LS7 in a 350Z!!!
08-02-2007, 06:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Lawy'dU
I think you would be the first to have the ls7 dropped in. there are pleanty of vette fanboys that have been talking about this swap. Motor mounts aren't exactly hard to make. You could probably make those yourself. Mating your tranny to the ls7 is another matter entirely. Definitely look for a good shop and let them just sort it all out for you. This may be rather costly in the end. Good luck and definitely keep us posted.
did you even read the entire thread, or did you just quote the first post. IMO this should have been locked long ago. be happy with the engine you got, build it up with the money it woudl cost for the engine itself. or better yet, sell the Z and take the money you wanted to use for this rather expensive adventure, and buy yourself a Z06.
08-02-2007, 06:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Sk8fe
Well then I guess you didn't read the thread linked in post #94 then...
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huh? this thread was a speculation on doing a swap, that one is one in progress. still not sure what you meant by your post, but oh well. still say it is a waste of time and money that could be better spent on getting a Z06 in the first place, but to each their own.
08-02-2007, 06:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Z04
huh? this thread was a speculation on doing a swap, that one is one in progress. still not sure what you meant by your post, but oh well. still say it is a waste of time and money that could be better spent on getting a Z06 in the first place, but to each their own.
LS7 engine, $15,000
Labor to install, $5,000 (this won't be a "custom" install once Hinson releases their swap kit)
Rear mount low pressure turbo setup for swapped 350Z, $5,000
Total cost, $50,000
Cost of used '06 Z06 $65,000 (average price of 12 listings on eBay).
Look on Z06 owner's face as he gets wasted by a 350Z... Priceless.
Please don't tell me, "well the Z06 will pull more b*tches than a 350Z", because anyone who needs a car to "pull b*tches" is a sad little man.
08-02-2007, 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Z04
huh? this thread was a speculation on doing a swap, that one is one in progress. still not sure what you meant by your post, but oh well. still say it is a waste of time and money that could be better spent on getting a Z06 in the first place, but to each their own.
It is a LOT of money -- agreed. I wish it was so expensive to add power to our Z's...
08-02-2007, 08:07 AM
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Originally Posted by i8acobra
Used '05 350Z, $25,000
LS7 engine, $15,000
Labor to install, $5,000 (this won't be a "custom" install once Hinson releases their swap kit)
Rear mount low pressure turbo setup for swapped 350Z, $5,000
Total cost, $50,000
Cost of used '06 Z06 $65,000 (average price of 12 listings on eBay).
Look on Z06 owner's face as he gets wasted by a 350Z... Priceless.
Please don't tell me, "well the Z06 will pull more b*tches than a 350Z", because anyone who needs a car to "pull b*tches" is a sad little man.
LS7 engine, $15,000
Labor to install, $5,000 (this won't be a "custom" install once Hinson releases their swap kit)
Rear mount low pressure turbo setup for swapped 350Z, $5,000
Total cost, $50,000
Cost of used '06 Z06 $65,000 (average price of 12 listings on eBay).
Look on Z06 owner's face as he gets wasted by a 350Z... Priceless.
Please don't tell me, "well the Z06 will pull more b*tches than a 350Z", because anyone who needs a car to "pull b*tches" is a sad little man.
08-02-2007, 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Z04
you can do the same thing with a TT and a good tune on a built VQ, plus probably save a few thousand in the process
A fully built TT VQ will NOT make the same power as a turbo LS7... not even close. Let's not even get in to the reliability comparison either. I've owned a few highly stressed, built motor cars. They're definitely not daily drivable.
08-02-2007, 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Z04
did you even read the entire thread, or did you just quote the first post. IMO this should have been locked long ago. be happy with the engine you got, build it up with the money it woudl cost for the engine itself. or better yet, sell the Z and take the money you wanted to use for this rather expensive adventure, and buy yourself a Z06.
Originally Posted by i8acobra
A fully built TT VQ will NOT make the same power as a turbo LS7... not even close. Let's not even get in to the reliability comparison either. I've owned a few highly stressed, built motor cars. They're definitely not daily drivable.
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08-02-2007, 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Lawy'dU
Isn't the TT kit (lingenfelter and such) over $30k to begin with? In terms of reliability Japanese (built or unbuilt) > American (built or unbuilt)
BTW, put up or stfu about your motor reliability claims!
08-02-2007, 11:17 AM
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The TT C6Z kit is quite a bit more than 30k, however, that includes alot of work done to the car, not just the motor.
BTW, put up or stfu about your motor reliability claims!
BTW, put up or stfu about your motor reliability claims!
08-02-2007, 11:51 AM
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800 BHP
Package includes:
Engine removal, inspection and disassembly
JE Forged aluminum pistons
Manley fully machined 4340 forged steel connecting rods
Computer balanced rotating assembly
Professional assembly and blueprinting of engine
Properly sized fuel injectors and high capacity fuel system
Twin Garrett oil lubricated & liquid cooled true ball bearing turbochargers
Super high efficiency air to air charge coolers
304 Stainless steel 4 into 1 custom exhaust manifolds & turbo outlets
Belt driven turbocharger scavenge pump & turbo oil drain reservoir
Custom molded silicone air ducts
Two S&B 360 degree conical air filters
Stainless steel / ceramic heat shields & stainless clamps
Port matched LS7 intake manifold
Ported and polished throttle body
Gaskets and fasteners
Stainless Steel cat back exhaust by Corsa Performance - 2 tip system
Professional installation, testing and tuning Chassis dyno report
Excellent drivability, highway mileage not adversely affected
Lingenfelter 3 year/ 36,000 mile warranty
2006 Corvette package prices - $45,995.00
from: http://www.lingenfelter.com/Lingenfe...boCorvette.htm
Package includes:
Engine removal, inspection and disassembly
JE Forged aluminum pistons
Manley fully machined 4340 forged steel connecting rods
Computer balanced rotating assembly
Professional assembly and blueprinting of engine
Properly sized fuel injectors and high capacity fuel system
Twin Garrett oil lubricated & liquid cooled true ball bearing turbochargers
Super high efficiency air to air charge coolers
304 Stainless steel 4 into 1 custom exhaust manifolds & turbo outlets
Belt driven turbocharger scavenge pump & turbo oil drain reservoir
Custom molded silicone air ducts
Two S&B 360 degree conical air filters
Stainless steel / ceramic heat shields & stainless clamps
Port matched LS7 intake manifold
Ported and polished throttle body
Gaskets and fasteners
Stainless Steel cat back exhaust by Corsa Performance - 2 tip system
Professional installation, testing and tuning Chassis dyno report
Excellent drivability, highway mileage not adversely affected
Lingenfelter 3 year/ 36,000 mile warranty
2006 Corvette package prices - $45,995.00
from: http://www.lingenfelter.com/Lingenfe...boCorvette.htm
08-02-2007, 12:04 PM
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I was responding to someone who said the engine build with the LS7 swap would be cheaper than just TT the VQ in the Z and building upon that.
I wasn't speaking about the lingenfelter package...my bad for the misunderstanding.
I knew that was pricey.
I wasn't speaking about the lingenfelter package...my bad for the misunderstanding.
I knew that was pricey.
08-02-2007, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Lawy'dU
In terms of reliability Japanese (built or unbuilt) > American (built or unbuilt)
This is a really stupid statement in this context. Boosting a VQ to 500+ bhp is going to make it hilariously unreliable compared to a LSx at equal horsepower.
08-02-2007, 01:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Lawy'dU
In terms of reliability Japanese (built or unbuilt) > American (built or unbuilt)
You made me giggle a lil' bit, where'd you get your info, as future reference, two of the big three are on par with Nissan's quality now, lol. And there's no question about it, now its just a matter of the big three actually selling cars people want.
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What about handling and balance of the Z after a built VQ TT setup is installed? I read that it adds 250lbs to the front-end of the car. Is that true? How much does an NA VQ weigh? Now much does an LS2 or LS7 weight? I got my Z down to 3025 dry (well almost dry, it had tranny fluid, brake fluid, oil and 1 gallon of gas). Just wondering how the balance of the car would be affected.