Originally Posted by Flo-ridaZ33

Coming from a FI VQ… the LS would've been a better swap.

Originally Posted by midz350

One of the easy routes for a 500whp+ LS swap is to get the CTS-V LSA engine. They go for ~$11k http://www.crateenginedepot.com/LSA-...10805C556.aspx or you may find them cheaper if you shop around.

You can use the CD0009 and make a tranny adaptor and flywheel spacer (you may have to use the LSx AT flex-plate and bolt it to the MT flywheel since the spacer will push the MT flywheel away from the starter) I know a guy who did that in his LS1 swap and using the CD0009 tranny and clutch and its running fine. Also I'm doing the same in my 2JZ swap.

Originally Posted by Lightning Guy

Not to hijack this thread, but that sounds awesome. Could you send me info on this? or start a DIY thread? I know many people including me are not T-56 fans and the price of a T-56 or other alternative when there is already an awesome (but heavy) transmission sitting in the car doesn't make sense. I've seen an adapter kit for the SR-20 to use the CD00x and the SR crowd loves it except for the weight, but given the fragility of the SR tranny.

Anway great info, share if you would

Originally Posted by 2004Black350z

Thanks for info midz but 11k just for engine is um way higher then I want to be. I don't want to spend more then 2k on the motor. Then sell all VQ stuff I have to wash that and most of the sikky kit. I do appreciate the info it is very interesting

Originally Posted by 2004Black350z

Midz correct me if I'm wrong but that's also 11k for just the engine. No supercharger included. So really your talking about 16k+

Originally Posted by Quamen

The only way to use a CD009 would be making a very thick adapter plate as the LS flywheel is larger than the opening on the transmission and cannot physically fit inside the housing as far as I know.

Originally Posted by Quamen

The only way to use a CD009 would be making a very thick adapter plate as the LS flywheel is larger than the opening on the transmission and cannot physically fit inside the housing as far as I know.

Originally Posted by SparkleCityHop

In a nutshell, below is what I've started to pull together about the different engines. Now I'm going to try and add their weights, whether or not Sikky/Hinson/Fueled's kits will work with each one for the Z, and what transmission options are available. Then I'm going to start putting together the ballpark prices for dropouts of each (eBay) so that I can compare power, weight, and normal cost of each option. Then I can start to make some notes about the known advantages/disadvantages when it comes to trying add power or swap this particular motor into the Z. That way, I'll end up with a spreadsheet that I can look over before making my final decision on which direction to go.

VQ35DE (2003-2006)
- all aluminum 3.5L V6
- rated at 287hp and 260tq

VQ35HR (2007-2009)
- all aluminum strengthened and redesigned 3.5L V6
- rated at 306hp and 268tq

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Gen III - LS1 (1997-2004)
- all alluminum 5.7L (Corvette, Camaro Z28, Firebird)
- rated at 350hp and 365tq since 2001
- rated at 305-325 in F-Body cars
- Crate Engine $5300

Gen III - LS6 (2001-2004)
- higher output version of LS1 (Corvette C5 Z06, CTS V-series)
- rated at 385hp and 385tq initially, then 405hp and 400tq 2002-2004
- Crate Engine $6000

Gen III - LQ4 (1999-????)
- iron block 6.0L vortec 6000 truck version (Suburban, Yukon, Hummer)
- 1999 & 2000 models had cast iron heads as well
- rated at 300-325hp and 360-370tq
- Crate Engine $3300

Gen III - LQ9 (2002- 2007)
- high output/performance version of LQ4 (Escalade, Silverado)
- rated at 345hp and 380tq
- Crate Engine $3500

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Gen IV - LS2 (2005-2007)
- similar to LS6 but with improved torque curve (GTO, SSR, Corvette,CTS-V)
- higher compression than LS1 and LS6
- rated at 400hp and 400tq
- Crate Engine $6400

Gen IV - LS7 (2006-Present)
- sleeved 7.0L version of LS2 with larger bore & stroke (Corvette Z06)
- rated at 505hp and 470tq
- Crate Engine $13500

Gen IV - L92 (2007-Present)
- all aluminum 6.2L Vortec 6200 engine (Escalade/Yukon/Hummer)
- rated at 403hp and 417tq
- Crate Engine $3500

Gen IV - LS3 (2008-Present)
- larger bore version of LS2 bringing it to 6.1L with L92 heads (Corvette, Camaro SS, G8)
- rated at 430hp and 424tq
- Crate Engine $7000

Gen IV - LS9 (2009-Present)
- Eaton 2.3L Roots Type Supercharged 6.1L LS3 (Corvette ZR1)
- rated at 638hp and 604tq
- Crate Engine $21000

Gen IV - LSA (2009-Present)
- Eaton 1.9L Roots Type Supercharged 6.2L similar to LS9 (CTS-V, Camaro ZL1)
- rated at 556hp and 551tq in CTS-V
- rated 580hp in Camaro ZL1
- Crate Engine $11000

EDIT: I added GM crate engine pricing for each for a general cost comparison between models.

Originally Posted by Brew_haha

This is the exact route that i went. You can fine a LQ9 long block for 800-1200

All of the sikky swap kit will work and fueled racing

With either kit if you use a t56 and it is out of a F - body you will need the GTO shifter lever.

The truck intake will clear the hood fine they are just meant for lower end TQ since it was in a truck.

L92 heads you can find a dime a dozen on most any forums. They work great to get the compression up on the LQ9's

Just with bolt ons on my LQ9 i made 470hp and 438tq and have yet to get time to make some NO2 runs. If you have a good tuner 200 shot is fine for track use other wise for safer street runs i would do a 150.

Hp tuners is great for the stock ECU thats what i and a bunch of other people are using.

I ran a fuel return with CJM fuel correction kit.

If you have any questions feel free to PM me