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    1. #1
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      Recommended LS shops in the Sacramento/Placer County areas

      Any recommended LS shops around not too far away? Really considering a 530HP LS crate instead of EFI swapping my on my rebuilt Buick.
      1968 Cougar - 408, FiTech, AOD, TCI, Currie, RideTech, Wilwood
      1968 Skylark - 462, TKO 600, RideTech, CPP
      1985 Mustang - 04 Cobra/Terminator Swapped
      1988 Mustang - Vortech V3, Boss 327, Magnum, MaximumMotorsports, StopTech

    2. #2
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      Quote Originally Posted by STREETFIGHTER50 View Post
      Any recommended LS shops around not too far away? Really considering a 530HP LS crate instead of EFI swapping my on my rebuilt Buick.
      I can't help with shops, but this is a pretty well documented and straight forward swap...Holley makes everything you need.

      Andrew
      1970 GTO Version 3.0
      1967 Cougar build
      GM High-Tech Performance feature
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      Remote Holley EFI tuning.
      Please get in touch if I can be of service.

      "You were the gun, your voice was the trigger, your bravery was the barrel, your eyes were the bullets." ~ Her

    3. #3
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      Yeah Andrew this $7,399 LS3 is really tempting!
      https://www.summitracing.com/parts/m...QaAo_zEALw_wcB
      I’m thinking it would be so much better to drive all around and less to worry about it the long run vs. this BBB. To even get past the 500HP on this motor I’d have to go with aluminum heads and so much more needed little details which will add up really quick!
      1968 Cougar - 408, FiTech, AOD, TCI, Currie, RideTech, Wilwood
      1968 Skylark - 462, TKO 600, RideTech, CPP
      1985 Mustang - 04 Cobra/Terminator Swapped
      1988 Mustang - Vortech V3, Boss 327, Magnum, MaximumMotorsports, StopTech

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      Quote Originally Posted by STREETFIGHTER50 View Post
      Yeah Andrew this $7,399 LS3 is really tempting!
      https://www.summitracing.com/parts/m...QaAo_zEALw_wcB
      I’m thinking it would be so much better to drive all around and less to worry about it the long run vs. this BBB. To even get past the 500HP on this motor I’d have to go with aluminum heads and so much more needed little details which will add up really quick!
      Looks like a great engine, although I do not have direct experience with it.

      Here are all the parts that Holley makes for the swap:
      https://www.holley.com/products/engi...ap_components/

      I would use the 1" forward mounts, the 302-2 or -3 pan, and the crossmember for whatever trans you want to use. I would also go with the Terminator X Max EFI system, which has DBW and trans control. You can use a 2009 Impala SS DBW pedal, which is practically a bolt in for 68-72 a-bodies. Holley also makes various styles of headers and full exhaust systems.

      Lastly, for the fuel system, I would consult with Carl at vaporworx and use on of his fixed pressure 5th gen Camaro SS fuel modules. You will end up with a very reliable and fast car.

      If I can be of service with the tuning or wiring, let me know.

      Andrew
      1970 GTO Version 3.0
      1967 Cougar build
      GM High-Tech Performance feature
      My YouTube Channel Please Subscribe!
      Instagram @projectgattago
      Dr. EFI
      I deliver what EFI promises.
      Remote Holley EFI tuning.
      Please get in touch if I can be of service.

      "You were the gun, your voice was the trigger, your bravery was the barrel, your eyes were the bullets." ~ Her

    5. #5
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      Thanks for the info and help Andrew. Man it looks like Holley really is the one stop shop nowadays. Thing is I’m limited with space and time. My garage is a mess right now and I have seven family cars here already all needing something done lol! If I can find a good LS shop that’s fairly reasonable I think I might pull the trigger.

      1968 Cougar - 408, FiTech, AOD, TCI, Currie, RideTech, Wilwood
      1968 Skylark - 462, TKO 600, RideTech, CPP
      1985 Mustang - 04 Cobra/Terminator Swapped
      1988 Mustang - Vortech V3, Boss 327, Magnum, MaximumMotorsports, StopTech


    6. #6
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      Quote Originally Posted by STREETFIGHTER50 View Post
      Thanks for the info and help Andrew. Man it looks like Holley really is the one stop shop nowadays. Thing is I’m limited with space and time. My garage is a mess right now and I have seven family cars here already all needing something done lol! If I can find a good LS shop that’s fairly reasonable I think I might pull the trigger.
      When you find a shop, make sure they use the Holley parts. You'll have a high quality swap. Good luck!

      Andrew
      1970 GTO Version 3.0
      1967 Cougar build
      GM High-Tech Performance feature
      My YouTube Channel Please Subscribe!
      Instagram @projectgattago
      Dr. EFI
      I deliver what EFI promises.
      Remote Holley EFI tuning.
      Please get in touch if I can be of service.

      "You were the gun, your voice was the trigger, your bravery was the barrel, your eyes were the bullets." ~ Her

    7. #7
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      Are you looking for a engine or someone to do all the work?? What part of Sac?? I have customers/ pro shops all over town that I work with at my day job.
      Nelson Parker - Sales Manager @ www.supermuscleparts.com

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      1967 Chevrolet K20

    8. #8
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      The LS dream is on the back burner for now. I ended up getting my Mustang back. I still may go with the Holley Sniper EFI though. Thanks for looking out!
      1968 Cougar - 408, FiTech, AOD, TCI, Currie, RideTech, Wilwood
      1968 Skylark - 462, TKO 600, RideTech, CPP
      1985 Mustang - 04 Cobra/Terminator Swapped
      1988 Mustang - Vortech V3, Boss 327, Magnum, MaximumMotorsports, StopTech





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