Well MY V8 is in!!! (LS2)
02-23-2008, 08:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Mukrat
Still waiting patiently for more inromation 
02-24-2008, 07:09 AM
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From a conversation I had couple of weeks ago with Hinson-supercars the price would be slightly higher than the S-14 LS1 swap. I'm speculating that should put it around $3300 without the fuel pump upgrade.(for the DIY kit)
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02-24-2008, 01:11 PM
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Originally Posted by BrazenZ
From a conversation I had couple of weeks ago with Hinson-supercars the price would be slightly higher than the S-14 LS1 swap. I'm speculating that should put it around $3300 with the fuel pump upgrade.(for the DIY kit)
02-24-2008, 05:03 PM
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So lets see...
Kit...$3,300
LS7 (Z06 Motor) $13,000
Misc parts...$1,500
$17,500
SO the next question would be. How much could I sell my Z for. I would say $23,000 (low miles in NW PA)
$23,000+$17,500= $40,500... That is right in 335i territory. BUT not 505hp...
Kit...$3,300
LS7 (Z06 Motor) $13,000
Misc parts...$1,500
$17,500
SO the next question would be. How much could I sell my Z for. I would say $23,000 (low miles in NW PA)
$23,000+$17,500= $40,500... That is right in 335i territory. BUT not 505hp...
02-24-2008, 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Netko350Z
So lets see...
Kit...$3,300
LS7 (Z06 Motor) $13,000
Misc parts...$1,500
$17,500
SO the next question would be. How much could I sell my Z for. I would say $23,000 (low miles in NW PA)
$23,000+$17,500= $40,500... That is right in 335i territory. BUT not 505hp...
Kit...$3,300
LS7 (Z06 Motor) $13,000
Misc parts...$1,500
$17,500
SO the next question would be. How much could I sell my Z for. I would say $23,000 (low miles in NW PA)
$23,000+$17,500= $40,500... That is right in 335i territory. BUT not 505hp...
what i don't get is why anytime anyone ever thinks about swapping an lsx into anything, they always go crazy with "crate motor." in my opinion its pretty stupid, especially blowing 13k on an ls7
02-25-2008, 05:43 AM
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Originally Posted by warmmilk
if u want "505" hp, going z06 motors is pretty stupid $$ wise, u can get 500whp from buying a junkward ls1 and getting it rebuild at one of millions of reputable lsx shops in any part of the country for about 5k
what i don't get is why anytime anyone ever thinks about swapping an lsx into anything, they always go crazy with "crate motor." in my opinion its pretty stupid, especially blowing 13k on an ls7
what i don't get is why anytime anyone ever thinks about swapping an lsx into anything, they always go crazy with "crate motor." in my opinion its pretty stupid, especially blowing 13k on an ls7
02-25-2008, 06:02 AM
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While I agree there are cheaper ways to get 500hp, Getting a motor from a junkyard may not appeal to everyone, The $5800 LS2 crate motor, is a horsepower bargain, and it's appears from the pictures of Noah's car, that there is more than enough room for a maggie M122 SC. Vola, there's +500hp for around 11K
02-25-2008, 06:28 AM
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Originally Posted by 4SHIZZIL
11K if you are installing it yourself. double that if not for proper install and tune.
02-25-2008, 09:25 AM
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The way I figure it.
5800 LS2 crate motor ( If you can find a used LS2/trans out of an 05,06 GTO, save big dollars)
2750 T-56 transmission
850 LS7 clutch
2000 AC cond, PS pump w/engine brackets and lines
1050 After market LS2 ecu
3300 Hinson kit includes LSx engine mount subframe, headers, wiring harness, alum. driveshaft, hydraulic cylinder assembly, alum radiator & (if you have AAM fuel system you can skip the fuel system upgrade)
1000 custom exhaust ( you may be able to fab something to fit your 2.5" after market exhaust)
1000 adjustable height coilover shocks, the motor/clutch/transmission/radiator will probably weigh at least 150llbs more,
1000 misc. parts ( This doesn't include installion or tuning)
Hey, Noah am I gettin close? A reputable shop in Houstion quoted me 23k for a top of the line built, sleeved, and stroked to a 4.2 VQ engine with Hal tech ECU
5800 LS2 crate motor ( If you can find a used LS2/trans out of an 05,06 GTO, save big dollars)
2750 T-56 transmission
850 LS7 clutch
2000 AC cond, PS pump w/engine brackets and lines
1050 After market LS2 ecu
3300 Hinson kit includes LSx engine mount subframe, headers, wiring harness, alum. driveshaft, hydraulic cylinder assembly, alum radiator & (if you have AAM fuel system you can skip the fuel system upgrade)
1000 custom exhaust ( you may be able to fab something to fit your 2.5" after market exhaust)
1000 adjustable height coilover shocks, the motor/clutch/transmission/radiator will probably weigh at least 150llbs more,
1000 misc. parts ( This doesn't include installion or tuning)
Hey, Noah am I gettin close? A reputable shop in Houstion quoted me 23k for a top of the line built, sleeved, and stroked to a 4.2 VQ engine with Hal tech ECU
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02-25-2008, 01:36 PM
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02-25-2008, 02:17 PM
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of course the zo6 motor would be nice... but i also think grabbing a new LS3 would be a wonderful swap, along with either a maggie or the new eaton r1900 blower from the upcoming caddy CTS-V would be sweet... thats pretty much a bolt on 550HP/550TQ right there and its all safe...
the LS7 would be nice but i think boosting it would bring more possible problems than boosting an LS3... if it were more reliable to boost an LS7 dont you think GM would have opted to use that motor in the new ZR1 over the smaller displacement LS3?
i doubt noah or anyone is planning on putting a widebody and some 335's in the rear either... sure this is tons of power but putting it down is also a must... else all you'll get is a rolling smoke machine
the LS7 would be nice but i think boosting it would bring more possible problems than boosting an LS3... if it were more reliable to boost an LS7 dont you think GM would have opted to use that motor in the new ZR1 over the smaller displacement LS3?
i doubt noah or anyone is planning on putting a widebody and some 335's in the rear either... sure this is tons of power but putting it down is also a must... else all you'll get is a rolling smoke machine
02-26-2008, 05:55 AM
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Originally Posted by weaselfury
i doubt noah or anyone is planning on putting a widebody and some 335's in the rear either... sure this is tons of power but putting it down is also a must... else all you'll get is a rolling smoke machine
02-26-2008, 09:11 AM
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Theres no need for a LS7
Originally Posted by Netko350Z
So lets see...
Kit...$3,300
LS7 (Z06 Motor) $13,000
Misc parts...$1,500
$17,500
SO the next question would be. How much could I sell my Z for. I would say $23,000 (low miles in NW PA)
$23,000+$17,500= $40,500... That is right in 335i territory. BUT not 505hp...
Kit...$3,300
LS7 (Z06 Motor) $13,000
Misc parts...$1,500
$17,500
SO the next question would be. How much could I sell my Z for. I would say $23,000 (low miles in NW PA)
$23,000+$17,500= $40,500... That is right in 335i territory. BUT not 505hp...
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02-26-2008, 09:24 AM
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Another aspect of it is. The issue with speedo,tach,a/c,power steering not working is another.Easy to fabricate,even easer to copy.So maybe this will open a door for others.