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Blueallie25 · 11-10-2022, 05:06 PM

A little backstory on way I’m going this way. Purchased a pristine 2010 SS manual car that doesn’t have an engine or transmission. Everything is there but the engine and transmission.
I’ve been looking for a replacement drivetrain, but as I’m sure everyone is aware they’re anywhere from 12-18k depending on used and what mileage or new crate. Stumbled upon a complete 2019 Lt1 takeout with 5k on it for almost half of what an LS3 drivetrain would cost, so I bought it! 😂 spur of the moment kinda thing. Wiring has me a little concerned. But the LT1 came with all the fuel parts, ecu, harnesses, and a bunch of other stuff.
I searched the forums and only found 2 threads on it his particular swap. No helpful info in them.
Has anyone tried this before? Are engine mounts available for this swap? Are there any recommendations for shops that make a harness adapters/custom harnesses?
Thanks

pyroguy · 11-10-2022, 07:51 PM

Best of luck! Are you swapping this powertrain into an ABM (I see your car is listed as an ABM in your bio)? I know this is a side note, but if you're on Facebook, check out Blue Freedom ABM Owners. It's all aqua blue metallic owners and there's some pretty awesome ABMs on there.

sidewayz.tre · 04-29-2023, 06:33 AM

Did you ever get it put in? I’m considering doing this swap but don’t know where to start.

gus0671 · 01-04-2024, 08:59 PM

Would love to know the outcome of this one. I found myself in the same situation, and don't know where to start. My biggest obstacle would be getting everything to work with the factory dash and gauges

morepowerjoe · 01-05-2024, 07:24 AM

As far as I know it isn't possible. You would have to use an aftermarket pcm/tcm like holley.

Wizard1183 · 01-05-2024, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by morepowerjoe

As far as I know it isn't possible. You would have to use an aftermarket pcm/tcm like holley.

And that’s where you can’t do it. The wiring harness for the LT1 doesn’t plug n play with the dash. Basically to change the engine you have to bring in every workable part of the car with it. This isn’t easy engine swapping. It’s pointless these days other than to go back with what was in it or made during the same time frame within that particular vehicle.

11-10-2022, 05:06 PM	#1
Blueallie25 Drives: ABM 1ss/rs 6spd Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Va Posts: 4	LT1 swap in 2010 ss A little backstory on way I’m going this way. Purchased a pristine 2010 SS manual car that doesn’t have an engine or transmission. Everything is there but the engine and transmission. I’ve been looking for a replacement drivetrain, but as I’m sure everyone is aware they’re anywhere from 12-18k depending on used and what mileage or new crate. Stumbled upon a complete 2019 Lt1 takeout with 5k on it for almost half of what an LS3 drivetrain would cost, so I bought it! 😂 spur of the moment kinda thing. Wiring has me a little concerned. But the LT1 came with all the fuel parts, ecu, harnesses, and a bunch of other stuff. I searched the forums and only found 2 threads on it his particular swap. No helpful info in them. Has anyone tried this before? Are engine mounts available for this swap? Are there any recommendations for shops that make a harness adapters/custom harnesses? Thanks

11-10-2022, 07:51 PM	#2
pyroguy Started#gottalovethatblue Drives: ABM #831 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: TN Posts: 6,943 View My Garage	Best of luck! Are you swapping this powertrain into an ABM (I see your car is listed as an ABM in your bio)? I know this is a side note, but if you're on Facebook, check out Blue Freedom ABM Owners. It's all aqua blue metallic owners and there's some pretty awesome ABMs on there. __________________ '10 Camaro 2SS/RS \| Aqua Blue #831 of 3,903 \| Silver Stripes Check out my build thread

01-04-2024, 08:59 PM	#4
gus0671 Drives: 2010 Camaro RS Join Date: May 2016 Location: Florida Posts: 3	Any Update on this thread ? Would love to know the outcome of this one. I found myself in the same situation, and don't know where to start. My biggest obstacle would be getting everything to work with the factory dash and gauges

01-05-2024, 07:24 AM	#5
morepowerjoe Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro l99 Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 2,157	As far as I know it isn't possible. You would have to use an aftermarket pcm/tcm like holley. __________________ DSS FX Forged Pistons, Eagle ESP L19 Forged Rods, ARP Head and Main Studs, TSP PRC 260 CNC Ported Heads milled .030, Cometic .040 Head Gaskets, GPI SS3 VVT Camshaft, GM Performance Racing Lifters, CHE Trunnions , Molly Pushrods, Melling 10355HV Oil Pump, Cold Air Inductions CAI, Fast LSXR Intake Manifold, Nick Williams 103 TB, TSP 1 7/8" Longtubes with 3" TSP Exhaust, ZL1 Fuel Pump, Mishimoto Radiator, Mishimoto Oil Cooler, Tru Cool 40k Tranny Cooler, 3600 Circle D Converter, Fluid Dynamics Balancer Build Thread https://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=609817

04-29-2023, 06:33 AM	#3
sidewayz.tre Drives: 2011 Chevy camaro ss Join Date: Oct 2021 Location: memphis tn Posts: 2	Did you ever get it put in? I’m considering doing this swap but don’t know where to start.