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Old Jun 11, 2012 | 01:47 AM
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was considering swapping out the lt1/a4 for a low mile lsx/a4 instead of rebuilding the lt1. does anyone know of any shops in the dfw area (or within reasonable distance of dfw) that would be willing to do this? i've been looking into the swap and it doesn't look terribly difficult, but i don't have the means or time to do it. any info is greatly appreciated


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Old Jun 11, 2012 | 01:56 AM
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Thompson Motorsports.. Kyle. http://thompsonmotorsports.net/
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Old Jun 11, 2012 | 02:16 PM
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ok, cool. do you know if he's on ls1tech too?
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Old Jun 11, 2012 | 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Jake_the_Snake
ok, cool. do you know if he's on ls1tech too?
I'm pretty sure he is. I've seen the name pop up quite a bit on this forum.
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Old Jun 11, 2012 | 02:34 PM
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Absolutely, https://ls1tech.com/forums/member.php?u=162559
Let him know I sent you..
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Old Jun 11, 2012 | 10:59 PM
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Weve done several and we have 2 on the shop now, let us know if your interested!
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Old Jun 12, 2012 | 03:52 PM
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I see you are in FTW.. I think SQR would be closer to you but if not there are many around the DFW area that would be able to help you.
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Old Jun 12, 2012 | 11:44 PM
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I would say SQR as well,but what happen to Lsx powersports?
I heard they do that **** at a damn good price.
If you was in the garland/Plano area I could hook you up.
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You know they sell Fbodys with ls1s. You can even get them in autos or 6speeds.


So much cheaper than converting a lt1 car.
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Originally Posted by Mike TexaSS
You know they sell Fbodys with ls1s. You can even get them in autos or 6speeds.


So much cheaper than converting a lt1 car.
Thats true to a certain extent. If he currently has $3-$5k is suspension, wheels/tires and other stuff its better off converting. Or this guy could have owned this vehicle for many many years so it has some sentimental value.

OP, I have done many LSx swaps and it's not too difficult. Good luck
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Originally Posted by Mike TexaSS
You know they sell Fbodys with ls1s. You can even get them in autos or 6speeds.


So much cheaper than converting a lt1 car.
i prefer the look of the lt1 t/a.

also, i figured i could get out a little cheaper by buying an ls1 or lq4, freshening it up a bit and throwing in a mild cam and some decent heads than buying a decent, low mileage ls1 car. even if the price was a little more expensive, it would be worth it as i would know exactly what's in it. it doesn't hurt that the suspension/chassis parts are all relatively new, either.

this isn't a for sure thing. just tracking down some places and getting quotes. trying to decide whether i should build the lt1, convert ls1, buy ls1 car, or buy a nicer, newer car but live with a car payment.
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Old Jun 13, 2012 | 04:53 PM
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protreeracing is a good spot Daniel is a good guy and has done plenty of lsx swaps pm him
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