RSX302 Future--Engine Poll...

[CarlC]

Does the budget include using any of the current dry sump components? That starts to add up in a hurry.



If the budget allows it the LS engine would be a better long-term investment. Getting it all done (headers, electrical, engine, etc.) for $10k might be tight.

[Vegas69]

You already shot yourself in the foot with the Ford engine. Do it right the second time.

[RSX302]

You already shot yourself in the foot with the Ford engine. Do it right the second time.

Since I had the Ford engine before the Camaro, I look at it as prolonging the inevitable!

We will now try and make it right!

[6'9"Witha69]

You already shot yourself in the foot with the Ford engine. Do it right the second time.

Mike agrees:

[RSX302]

Does the budget include using any of the current dry sump components? That starts to add up in a hurry.

If the budget allows it the LS engine would be a better long-term investment. Getting it all done (headers, electrical, engine, etc.) for $10k might be tight.

There is a very good possibility to use the dry sump stuff. The main cost is in the pump and AN fittings which I have. The only thing that would take some extra work (money) is the front pulley system if I get the LS engine. If I look to Wegner, there goes another $2200. I need the front distributor conversion kit ($400) for the LS engine and use my Ford Accel dual sync distributor. This will allow me to use my Gen 7 fuel injection and keep the cost down.

Your right on the $10K being tight for a complete LS. Definitely won't be an LS7 that's for sure! LS1..LS2..LSx? Just need to get more info on sleeves. LSx looks to be the best way in terms of overall strength, but if I can lighten the front end with the aluminum block, that would be a bonus. I was also thinking of removing the intercooler (45lbs). This will also give me a little better cooling during the 100+ deg days at Willow.