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07-05-2021 #1Registered User
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LT5 in First Gen Camaro Questions
Hi,
I'm planning a 68 Camaro PT build and I love the idea of putting an LT5 in it. I freely admit that there is no real logic behind this, and it could very well be outside of my price range, but please humor me. To round things out, I am planning an Art Morrison front clip and suspension parts, and their triangulated 4-link rear. I'm fine doing some light fabrication and welding, but I don't have a machine shop at my disposal. With all this in mind, I'm trying to understand two things:
1) How many of the inherent problems of an LT5 in a first gen have been ironed out and can be overcome with aftermarket parts and/or light fabrication? I'm thinking of things like the dry sump system, the intercoolers, the accessory drive system, the possible conflicts with the firewall and hood, etc. If I were to do this swap, with a T56 transmission, how close to "plug and play" would it be? I know Holley has a number of parts aimed at making the swap easier, so perhaps these help: https://www.holley.com/products/engi...wap_components
2) Considering the mods that would need to be made to get the LT5 to work in the First Gen, Is GM's "Connect & Cruise" a better option than sourcing the parts separately? Just high level pricing, the C&C option is ~$31k incl. engine and trans controllers. Separately, the engine is ~$19k, the trans with clutch ~$6k, leaving another $6k to buy the controllers and other stuff.
Like I said, there is no logical reason to do this swap. I will not be racing the car, and under no situation will I ever need 755hp. But I can't get over how cool it would be to have Chevy's most powerful small block ever tucked inside a nicely done 68 Camaro.
Thanks in advance for your insight.
Marc
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07-05-2021 #2