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07-27-2016 #21
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I think you should go with a simple and bullet proof solution given the issues you've had along the way. I am not sure an LS7 is simple or bulletproof...
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07-27-2016 #22
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What Don said...
I talked to several builders about an engine build up-to and including road racing. None of them mentioned an ls7 as the first choice for a reliable or cost-affective option.
Just out of curiosity, why do you want 550hp to the tires? Are you participating in events where the reason you aren't competitive is lack of power? Or is this a street car and you feel like doing rolling burnouts on the highway?
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Originally Posted by Oregon
I feel 550 would likely give me the power I want, but not overly to the point the car is not practical to drive. I want bigger cubes so the power was lower in the power band. My LS1 is quick, but it doesn't really come to life until 4,000 rpms to 6800. If I'm gonna go through the work, I want it to be the last engine swap I do for years to come1970 Camaro/DSE build
Are you driver enough? Maybe....come on blue!
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How about a LSx 454 (little over $10k)? I realize it has an iron block, but with the LS7 there is also the weight of the oil tank and extra oil, etc...They make a ton of torque and are pretty mild. The LSA (just a little over $11k) is also an excellent option and probably the same weight at the LSx 454 and similar power and very mild mannered. Just look at that torque curve!!!
Or get a little creative...get a Gen IV 5.3L or even a 4.8L, throw rods and pistons in it, and piece together a simple turbo system with a smallish turbo. With the money you save, get a kick ass Holley Dominator ECU, etc....
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427 / LS7, Andrew. Magic letters and numbers. Nothing wrong with that.
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I think LSx 454 sounds pretty magical...LOL Originally Posted by Zoomin
It just seems there are better options with the kind of budget that he is working with.
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They also very heavy
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