LS3 Crate Engine Swap

[streetk14]

My thoughts in no particular order after doing an LS7 into a first gen.

1) I went with the oil pan from Mast Motorsports. It clears everything with the Holley engine mount brackets, and works with my 4” stroke. I also like that it’s USA made.



2) I’d do the Holley mount setup. I have good driveshaft angles and my tunnel is not modified. Not sure if your trans crossmember will work; I went with the Holley crossmember myself.

3) If you’re talking about using an OEM fuel pressure control module, I don’t think that’s easily done. The Rick’s tank that uses modern Camaro pump units is really the way to go. I had to redo my fuel system recently because of issues (lost a fuel pump, then issues with heat/cavitation) : Rick’s tank, ZL1 fuel pump, and vaporworx controller. I wish I’d done it that way originally.

4) I just run an OEM GM LS7 clutch and flywheel. Not sure how that compares in price to what you’re looking at.