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MotorCityAgent · 02-13-2011, 12:25 AM

You buy a ZO6 or ZR1 and you can opt to build the motor - any luck (please God) we'll be able to do the same with the ZL1?

Silver2SSRS6spd · 02-13-2011, 12:30 AM

How much is that option? I know there's a price tag for it just like the factory pickup.

Capthowdy · 02-13-2011, 12:36 AM

you go the factory and build it yourself?

nak3dsnake · 02-13-2011, 12:37 AM

Yes, for an extra $5,800 you can assemble your ZR1's engine.

Z_Rocks · 02-13-2011, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by MotorCityAgent

You buy a ZO6 or ZR1 and you can opt to build the motor - any luck (please God) we'll be able to do the same with the ZL1?

It's only for ZR1, which is about 2 and half times the price of ZL1.

oldfriend · 02-13-2011, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by nak3dsnake

Yes, for an extra $5,800 you can assemble your ZR1's engine.

And GM still offers warranty on that engine???

nak3dsnake · 02-13-2011, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by oldfriend

And GM still offers warranty on that engine???

Yup. You also have a GM tech with you to make sure you assemble it properly.

oldfriend · 02-13-2011, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by nak3dsnake

Yup. You also have a GM tech with you to make sure you assemble it properly.

So we will have to do the job and get charge another $5800 for it , i guess is that way because the production #s go down and the official engine builder get all stressed out from all the screw ups that he have to deal with !

nak3dsnake · 02-13-2011, 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by oldfriend

So we will have to do the job and get charge another $5800 for it , i guess is that way because the production #s go down and the official engine builder get all stressed out from all the screw ups that he have to deal with !

Yeah, the techs basically getting paid extra to teach you and to make sure you don't screw up the engine.

nak3dsnake · 02-13-2011, 12:26 PM

Here's a video from chevy of an example of what you get to do.

Blueclyde · 02-13-2011, 12:30 PM

I recently toured the GM facility that builds the LS7 & LS9 engines. It is an impressive facility. The build process is one builder follows the engine through the entire build. The builder then pts hits name on the engine. Talk about ultimate accountability... The only automation is a few multi spindle run down guns. They have great people and the best processes I have ever seen. They have one line dedicated to the customer build experience. They do not build the LSA, so it will not be part of that program.

detltu · 02-13-2011, 01:20 PM

I would love to do something like this. Unfortunately the LSA is made in Mexico. Doubt they would have us go to mexico to build our engine. It would be nice to get a factory tour as well. And maybe a Spring mountain driving course specifically for the ZL1. That would be a three country tour!

MotorCityAgent · 02-13-2011, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Z_Rocks

It's only for ZR1, which is about 2 and half times the price of ZL1.

Check GMs website. It is ZR1 and ZO6.

Andy@Livernois · 02-13-2011, 01:28 PM

it's for any engine assembled at the performance engine build facility...

The LSA is not built at that facility to my knowledge, so its highly unlikely.

02-13-2011, 12:25 AM	#1
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Silver2SSRS6spd Prefer to be blown! Drives: 2010 Silver/Black 2SS/RS Manual Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Nor-Cal Posts: 2,677 View My Garage	How much is that option? I know there's a price tag for it just like the factory pickup. __________________ MagnaCharger TVS-2300 550rwhp 540 rwt and a radical suspension under the car.

02-13-2011, 12:36 AM	#3
Capthowdy Drives: 2010 2SS RS IOM Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Fort Lauderdale Fl Posts: 1,048	you go the factory and build it yourself? __________________ THE "MENACE"

02-13-2011, 12:37 AM	#4
nak3dsnake Drives: 2010 Camaro IBM 2LT/RS M6 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 2,282 View My Garage	Yes, for an extra $5,800 you can assemble your ZR1's engine. __________________ Looks: AAC P13W DRLs, Heritage Grille, RS Embroidered Headrests, GM Door Sill Plates, GM Premium Floor Mats, Body Color Engine Cover, LLT Mobile 1 Oil Cap, ZL1 Sport Pedals, 3M Clear Bra. Performance: Vararam Ram Air Intake, Hurst Short Throw Shifter w/ Hurst Hard Drive Pistol Grip, IDEALG Clutch Master Cylinder, RX Catch can, GTO clutch fluid reservoir, Brembo Brakes, 1LE Track Pack, GMPP Exhaust Upgrade.

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detltu Drives: 1992 Z28 1LE; 2015 Zl1 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Madisonville, LA Posts: 866 View My Garage	I would love to do something like this. Unfortunately the LSA is made in Mexico. Doubt they would have us go to mexico to build our engine. It would be nice to get a factory tour as well. And maybe a Spring mountain driving course specifically for the ZL1. That would be a three country tour!

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Andy@Livernois Drives: 1987 Buick Regal Turbo-T Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Grand Blanc, MI/Dearborn Heights, MI Posts: 452	it's for any engine assembled at the performance engine build facility... The LSA is not built at that facility to my knowledge, so its highly unlikely.