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MustangKillr · 02-03-2009, 07:17 PM

To fit an LS7 inside of a 2002 Z28's bay? Instead of getting a new car, I was just planning on putting a new engine in my Z28, so I was planning on an LS7 if it 427 ci would fit in my car.

MrCool · 02-03-2009, 07:18 PM

No idea, but seems like a good idea if it works.

I wonder...

Ject · 02-03-2009, 07:20 PM

lol @ other thread with exact same Title.... http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12749
Confused me for a minute there ...

MustangKillr · 02-03-2009, 07:27 PM

Haha, my bad, I didn't mean for that to happen. Yeah, I know I'll be pumped if I can get it done. An LS7 is cheaper than a V6 5th gen, and it'll roast the V6, and likely roast a stock V8 = D.

MrCool · 02-03-2009, 07:36 PM

Where does the link you posted talk about putting an LS7 in a Fourth Gen camaro?!?!?

MustangKillr · 02-03-2009, 07:45 PM

He's talking about how we both have the same topic title, don't worry about it, it was off topic anyway.

MrCool · 02-03-2009, 07:53 PM

Googled it:
Here and here.

MrCool · 02-03-2009, 07:57 PM

Here too.

MustangKillr · 02-03-2009, 10:40 PM

Wow thanks dude! Well I guess that I'm going to do it then = D! I'm not going to go as in depth as Katech did with their LS7 SS, I'll probably just do an engine drop. What all will I need? Can I just lift the old engine out and drop the new one in? Oh yeah, and how much do you think my LS1 would sell for with 133,000 miles on it?

tsg1391 · 02-03-2009, 11:11 PM

i dont know what its worth, but pm me if you end up selling it

MustangKillr · 02-03-2009, 11:16 PM

Well, I'll definitely end up selling it, it's just a matter of time my friend ; ).

MustangKillr · 02-03-2009, 11:17 PM

Tactical Z · 02-04-2009, 12:20 AM

Awsome, i'm putting a 427 in my Camaro Z28 model....I'll make sure to get results.

MustangKillr · 02-04-2009, 01:28 AM

Really? That's awesome dude, good luck, let me know how it comes out

. I looked up some price ranges for my LS1 and I've seen them go anywhere from $3,500 to $6,871. I'm willing to sell mine for $3,000. If any of you are interested, PM me. All proceedings will go towards getting that luscious LS7 in my Z28

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Lumina SS · 02-04-2009, 02:31 AM

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Originally Posted by MustangKillr

To fit an LS7 inside of a 2002 Z28's bay? Instead of getting a new car, I was just planning on putting a new engine in my Z28, so I was planning on an LS7 if it 427 ci would fit in my car.

i think the ls2 or the ls3 well fit very nice.
if you want a great power just installe the ls3 with a intake header y pipe catback camshaft valve spring and oil pump and im sure your car well pass the porsche 911 turbo because my lumina ss have all these thing on it and a pulley throtelle body and heads my car pass the F430 and the porsche 911 turbo and the vette ls3 but my car is an ls2 and there is one more thing that the camaro 4th gen is very light.

and i think the ls7 is very expenseve and it's part to so that i don't think it's a good idea

MustangKillr · 02-04-2009, 02:50 AM

I appreciate it dude, but I'm pretty dead set on the LS7. It's affordable for me, and as long I know what I need to do, there's nothing stopping me getting it

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headpunter · 02-04-2009, 03:44 AM

they are all the same size. the only problem is the oil pan for the dry sump system

MustangKillr · 02-08-2009, 12:32 AM

What do you mean they're the same size? They aren't even close to the same size if you're comparing the LS3 to the LS7. The LS3 is 376 ci and the the LS7 is 427 ci. Not to mention the whole .8 liters of displacement difference.

0235th · 02-08-2009, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by MustangKillr

Thats HILARIOUS! Ill make sure to show this to the priest at my church lmao

Supercamaro64 · 02-08-2009, 07:05 AM

hey man, good luck with the swap! i wish i had the kind of money to swap out my shitty 2.8 v6 for that MONSTER lol. of course, first i need about 11000 in repairs, 1500 for a decent paintjob, and a car to drive in the winter lol. but post some pics once u get the swap done!

Mr_Draco · 02-08-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MustangKillr

What all will I need? Can I just lift the old engine out and drop the new one in?

Not that simple I'm afraid. Such a swap would require a new tranny, drive train, rear end, and a suspension and brake upgrade.

MustangKillr · 02-09-2009, 02:25 AM

Why would it require that much work? I know that I would have to replace my tranny, replace and recalibrate my cluster, and of course change the brakes. However, why would a new rear end be necessary, and why would a new drivetrain be necessary? Also, on an entirely unrelated note, what would be the best spark plugs to buy for my 2002 Z28? I'm sure that they'll need to be replaced soon.

Mr_Draco · 02-09-2009, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by MustangKillr

Why would it require that much work? I know that I would have to replace my tranny, replace and recalibrate my cluster, and of course change the brakes. However, why would a new rear end be necessary, and why would a new drivetrain be necessary?

The rear end and drive train are not rated to handle the amount of HP and torque that the LS7 will put out.

Check out the numerous threads of people asking about buying a new LT and doing an engine swap. Those threads go more into detail of what you'll need and why.

MustangKillr · 02-11-2009, 11:51 PM

Ah, I see that makes sense, it would probably bend the frame just from accelerating the way it's built now.

kylepo · 02-12-2009, 01:05 AM

im pretty sure all the LS engines are the same size. not cubic inches but the exterior size. Just go with the LS376/480 EFI LS3 its only $6,625. and has more torque than the LS7 only 25 less HP and is half the price. And I dont think you will be able to get 3k for a ls1 with over 100k on it. http://www.gmperformanceparts.com/Pa...l.jsp?engine=2

02-03-2009, 07:17 PM	#1
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	Is it possible? To fit an LS7 inside of a 2002 Z28's bay? Instead of getting a new car, I was just planning on putting a new engine in my Z28, so I was planning on an LS7 if it 427 ci would fit in my car.

02-03-2009, 07:20 PM	#3
Ject aka Patrick Drives: '10 Camaro 2SS '04 Silverado Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Derby Kansas Posts: 2,966	lol @ other thread with exact same Title.... http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=12749 Confused me for a minute there ... __________________ 12.49 @ 110.89 mph 1.598 60' - with 3600 converter Current Modifications: C.A.I. Inc. CAI, UD Pulley, Vmax Ported TB, Dynatech Headers, Flowmaster AMT Cat Back, Pfadt Drop Springs / Trailing Arms / Swaybars & End Links, Hotchkis Max Brace Proud user of Adams Polishes

02-03-2009, 10:40 PM	#9
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	Wow thanks dude! Well I guess that I'm going to do it then = D! I'm not going to go as in depth as Katech did with their LS7 SS, I'll probably just do an engine drop. What all will I need? Can I just lift the old engine out and drop the new one in? Oh yeah, and how much do you think my LS1 would sell for with 133,000 miles on it? Last edited by MustangKillr; 02-03-2009 at 11:09 PM.

02-04-2009, 03:44 AM	#17
headpunter Not That sad..considering Drives: Man Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: the part of washington the capital forgot about. Posts: 3,784 View My Garage	they are all the same size. the only problem is the oil pan for the dry sump system __________________ Stop Whinging

02-08-2009, 07:05 AM	#20
Supercamaro64 Right, right. Drives: 86 Camaro Berlinetta, 94 Burb 4x4 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Posts: 1,292 View My Garage	hey man, good luck with the swap! i wish i had the kind of money to swap out my shitty 2.8 v6 for that MONSTER lol. of course, first i need about 11000 in repairs, 1500 for a decent paintjob, and a car to drive in the winter lol. but post some pics once u get the swap done! __________________ "You wanna lay the fate of the world on the kids camaro? Thats cool." "When reporters asked what it was, one official stated, 'It's a small, vicious animal that eats Mustangs.'" --WORK IN PROGRESS--

02-03-2009, 07:18 PM	#2
MrCool Drives: 1987 Camaro RS 2.8L Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 243	No idea, but seems like a good idea if it works. I wonder...

02-03-2009, 07:27 PM	#4
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	Haha, my bad, I didn't mean for that to happen. Yeah, I know I'll be pumped if I can get it done. An LS7 is cheaper than a V6 5th gen, and it'll roast the V6, and likely roast a stock V8 = D.

02-03-2009, 07:36 PM	#5
MrCool Drives: 1987 Camaro RS 2.8L Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 243	Where does the link you posted talk about putting an LS7 in a Fourth Gen camaro?!?!?

02-03-2009, 07:45 PM	#6
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	He's talking about how we both have the same topic title, don't worry about it, it was off topic anyway.

02-03-2009, 07:53 PM	#7
MrCool Drives: 1987 Camaro RS 2.8L Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 243	Googled it: Here and here.

02-03-2009, 07:57 PM	#8
MrCool Drives: 1987 Camaro RS 2.8L Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 243	Here too.

02-03-2009, 11:11 PM	#10
tsg1391 Drives: 79 formula 'bird, 5th gen soon Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: oklahoma Posts: 247	i dont know what its worth, but pm me if you end up selling it

02-03-2009, 11:16 PM	#11
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	Well, I'll definitely end up selling it, it's just a matter of time my friend ; ).

02-03-2009, 11:17 PM	#12
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage

02-04-2009, 12:20 AM	#13
Tactical Z Banned Drives: Nissan Titan Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 8,685	Awsome, i'm putting a 427 in my Camaro Z28 model....I'll make sure to get results.

02-04-2009, 01:28 AM	#14
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	Really? That's awesome dude, good luck, let me know how it comes out . I looked up some price ranges for my LS1 and I've seen them go anywhere from $3,500 to $6,871. I'm willing to sell mine for $3,000. If any of you are interested, PM me. All proceedings will go towards getting that luscious LS7 in my Z28 .

02-04-2009, 02:50 AM	#16
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	I appreciate it dude, but I'm pretty dead set on the LS7. It's affordable for me, and as long I know what I need to do, there's nothing stopping me getting it .

02-08-2009, 12:32 AM	#18
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	What do you mean they're the same size? They aren't even close to the same size if you're comparing the LS3 to the LS7. The LS3 is 376 ci and the the LS7 is 427 ci. Not to mention the whole .8 liters of displacement difference.

02-09-2009, 02:25 AM	#22
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	Why would it require that much work? I know that I would have to replace my tranny, replace and recalibrate my cluster, and of course change the brakes. However, why would a new rear end be necessary, and why would a new drivetrain be necessary? Also, on an entirely unrelated note, what would be the best spark plugs to buy for my 2002 Z28? I'm sure that they'll need to be replaced soon.

02-11-2009, 11:51 PM	#24
MustangKillr Drives: 2002 Z28 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Smyrna, TN Posts: 140 View My Garage	Ah, I see that makes sense, it would probably bend the frame just from accelerating the way it's built now.

02-12-2009, 01:05 AM	#25
kylepo Drives: 2002 firehawk.....missing 02CE Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Midland MI/salamanca NY Posts: 360	im pretty sure all the LS engines are the same size. not cubic inches but the exterior size. Just go with the LS376/480 EFI LS3 its only $6,625. and has more torque than the LS7 only 25 less HP and is half the price. And I dont think you will be able to get 3k for a ls1 with over 100k on it. http://www.gmperformanceparts.com/Pa...l.jsp?engine=2