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Z_Rocks · 07-09-2009, 10:48 AM

Any info or speculation as to what engine GM will use for the next Z28:
a) LS7
b) LS9
c) LSA

Tran · 07-09-2009, 10:52 AM

See http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29766

Only official indications so far is that it will be some LS? engine

2010SSRS · 07-09-2009, 04:33 PM

i so cant wait. LS7 i'm hoping. sbc 454 will be a great base!

already have the color and options picked out.........

hollywoodGU · 07-09-2009, 04:36 PM

LS7 would be the WORST base...no FI common its probably going to be the LS9 or LSA although in mvho i dont think they should even use an LSx

Tactical Z · 07-09-2009, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tran

See http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29766

Only official indications so far is that it will be some LS? engine

Your avatar is great.

And I say LSA, and they should make special colors for it like Hugger Orange.

TheClassicCarKid · 07-09-2009, 04:42 PM

LSA is what I'd bet.

LS9 probably won't ever be in anything but a corvette from the factory, and I feel like they're going to go with FI.
Also, the LS7 is a 427 I think, not a 454

Lucky SOB · 07-09-2009, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheClassicCarKid

LSA is what I'd bet.

LS9 probably won't ever be in anything but a corvette from the factory, and I feel like they're going to go with FI.
Also, the LS7 is a 427 I think, not a 454

Okay, what is an LSA?

LS9 will never go into a factory camaro, it's a $20k motor!

I would assume it would be the LS7, which you are correct in saying it is a 427. a 454 is a BB motor. All LSX motors are SB's.

jpsuperman81 · 07-09-2009, 04:55 PM

I thought I remember reading the LS7 was about to be history too costly to build and so on. I could be wrong.

*radz28* · 07-09-2009, 04:59 PM

The LSA is the SC'd 6.2 in the CTS-V that makes 556 HP.

The LS7, last I read, is on it's way out of production.

It seems to me the LSA is the best bet. It's likely cheaper to build because it doesn't share as many of the exotic metals the LS7 and LS9 do. Also, it's not build at Wixom, but in Mexico, if memory serves. I think the dry-sump oiling system is another drawback to the 7 and 9.

Unless a Gen V makes it before Z28 returns, I think it'll be the LSA.

Search the thread Tran suggests though. There's no concrete proof of anything, though, either way.

moto-camaro · 07-09-2009, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucky SOB

Okay, what is an LSA?

LS9 will never go into a factory camaro, it's a $20k motor!

I would assume it would be the LS7, which you are correct in saying it is a 427. a 454 is a BB motor. All LSX motors are SB's.

LSA is essentially an LS9 with a smaller supercharger, outputs round 550+hp if i recall.

i'd say LS7 is going in, LS9 is ZR1 territory, i don't think that's where the Z28 needs to stand. maybe an LSA could go, but my guess is the LS7.

hollywoodGU · 07-09-2009, 05:08 PM

People the LS7 will not go it the z28
1.its on its way out
2.its too weak for FI

KJS · 07-09-2009, 05:08 PM

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outlawz · 07-09-2009, 05:09 PM

correct LS7 is 427 cubic inches..... the LSx block available thru GMPP can be stroked to accomodate a 454 cubic inch small block when custom built. a few drag racers and some street cars with LSx blocks that I know of that have done it....

LME is one of the suppliers now building 454 ci LSx smallblocks....

stovt001 · 07-09-2009, 05:53 PM

We've had LS7 confirmed as being on its way out around a year ago or so. Unless everything we've been told on this site for years has been false, LS7 is a definite no for the Z28. It isn't much of a base anyway, as it isn't the easiest to modify.

Safe bet is on LSA unless they get the GenV engines out in time.

DaVe89 · 07-09-2009, 06:18 PM

i read that the ls9 ( same 1 in the caddy sts v, 556hp) will be in it. thats according to supper chevy mag. for this month. it also said that they arent producing a Z28 at all. but ive heard that it was just on the 'back burner' for now

moto-camaro · 07-09-2009, 07:12 PM

well, if the LS7 is on it's way out, i rescind my previous comment.
my new guess is LSA, i still don't think that the z28 should run the same engine as the corvette ZR1, just a personal opinion though.

surfgun · 07-09-2009, 07:18 PM

LSA (no doubt)

wildpaws · 07-09-2009, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaVe89

i read that the ls9 ( same 1 in the caddy sts v, 556hp) will be in it. thats according to supper chevy mag. for this month. it also said that they arent producing a Z28 at all. but ive heard that it was just on the 'back burner' for now

That would be the LSA (in the Caddy STS) and not the LS9.
Clyde

HOT LS3 · 07-09-2009, 07:54 PM

I say they stick the big motor is the SS and out the smaller in the Z28. So out the LSA in the SS and the LS3 in the Z28. Make the RS package indentical and available on both. Either whay I'd be okay with a dry sump system.

ZNOLMT · 07-09-2009, 08:23 PM

I would have to say LS7 makes the most sense, maybe tuned to get a little more power?

GMPP already made an "LS7 Camaro", and it would seem to be the next logical step in Camaro models, although the LSA could be a good alternative (to make the power upgrade a bit more worth it).

I do think they should use the LS9 though! But not in a Z28 .. that would be a ZL1.

CHVY4LF · 07-09-2009, 08:26 PM

Yeah but the LS9 whould make sense to run with the gt500s

nards444 · 07-09-2009, 08:43 PM

if anything they will do the 427 the Z will mostly be badging and interior. In my opinion it wont be that special, and if it is, it will cost 45k and not get much attention

gunslinger · 07-09-2009, 08:44 PM

The LS9 is too expensive. (Would make the Z28 ~$50,000) and the LS7 is on its way out of production(this 427 SB is one of my favorites) which leaves the LSA.

Unless they can bring an awesome DI Gen V out in the next year (probably pretty doubtful, but I have hope).

I will wait for the Gen V introduction in the Camaro before I buy one because that's how long it will take me to repay my student loans.

nards444 · 07-09-2009, 08:47 PM

if you make it cool its going to cost 45k and thats not going to get the buyers. Sure there will be some initially, but then its going to the taper. Look at the challenger SRT-8 or the challenger in general Dodge it not making money on that car. So if the SS takes off you wont see the Z.

craigd853 · 07-09-2009, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z_Rocks

Any info or speculation as to what engine GM will use for the next Z28:
a) LS7
b) LS9
c) LSA

The new Z28 is on hold as of right now

07-09-2009, 10:48 AM	#1
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07-09-2009, 04:59 PM	#9
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crapramento, Crapifornia Posts: 12,949 View My Garage	The LSA is the SC'd 6.2 in the CTS-V that makes 556 HP. The LS7, last I read, is on it's way out of production. It seems to me the LSA is the best bet. It's likely cheaper to build because it doesn't share as many of the exotic metals the LS7 and LS9 do. Also, it's not build at Wixom, but in Mexico, if memory serves. I think the dry-sump oiling system is another drawback to the 7 and 9. Unless a Gen V makes it before Z28 returns, I think it'll be the LSA. Search the thread Tran suggests though. There's no concrete proof of anything, though, either way. __________________ "...What IS true: We anticipated that this would happen - we are never finished - and yes, Ford DOES deserve to win now and then. To think that GM can come out with a car to make ford throw in the towel is simply foolhardy..." - fbodfather

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hollywoodGU Drives: 1999 Firebird Formula Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Monmouth, OR Posts: 658 View My Garage	LS7 would be the WORST base...no FI common its probably going to be the LS9 or LSA although in mvho i dont think they should even use an LSx

07-09-2009, 05:08 PM	#11
hollywoodGU Drives: 1999 Firebird Formula Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Monmouth, OR Posts: 658 View My Garage	People the LS7 will not go it the z28 1.its on its way out 2.its too weak for FI

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07-09-2009, 05:09 PM	#13
outlawz Drives: 1995 Camaro Z28 Drag car Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: California Posts: 116	correct LS7 is 427 cubic inches..... the LSx block available thru GMPP can be stroked to accomodate a 454 cubic inch small block when custom built. a few drag racers and some street cars with LSx blocks that I know of that have done it.... LME is one of the suppliers now building 454 ci LSx smallblocks.... __________________

07-09-2009, 05:53 PM	#14
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07-09-2009, 06:18 PM	#15
DaVe89 Drives: 86 iroc Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: odessa Posts: 8	i read that the ls9 ( same 1 in the caddy sts v, 556hp) will be in it. thats according to supper chevy mag. for this month. it also said that they arent producing a Z28 at all. but ive heard that it was just on the 'back burner' for now

07-09-2009, 07:12 PM	#16
moto-camaro CEO of the Internet Drives: the Roflcopter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Halifax, NS Posts: 1,335 View My Garage	well, if the LS7 is on it's way out, i rescind my previous comment. my new guess is LSA, i still don't think that the z28 should run the same engine as the corvette ZR1, just a personal opinion though. __________________

07-09-2009, 07:18 PM	#17
surfgun Drives: 2010 SS, 2002 Z/28 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ocean City Posts: 55	LSA (no doubt)

07-09-2009, 07:54 PM	#19
HOT LS3 Drives: Chevrolet Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 14	I say they stick the big motor is the SS and out the smaller in the Z28. So out the LSA in the SS and the LS3 in the Z28. Make the RS package indentical and available on both. Either whay I'd be okay with a dry sump system.

07-09-2009, 08:23 PM	#20
ZNOLMT Drives: Rally Yellow 2LT Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Francisco Posts: 471	I would have to say LS7 makes the most sense, maybe tuned to get a little more power? GMPP already made an "LS7 Camaro", and it would seem to be the next logical step in Camaro models, although the LSA could be a good alternative (to make the power upgrade a bit more worth it). I do think they should use the LS9 though! But not in a Z28 .. that would be a ZL1.

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nards444 Drives: 1SS/RS Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: New york Posts: 2,129 View My Garage	if anything they will do the 427 the Z will mostly be badging and interior. In my opinion it wont be that special, and if it is, it will cost 45k and not get much attention __________________ 2010 1SS/RS Black, CGM stripes, polished Rims, Tinted windows, Hurst shifter

07-09-2009, 08:44 PM	#23
gunslinger Drives: 1998 Z28 M6 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Lake Forest, CA Posts: 254	The LS9 is too expensive. (Would make the Z28 ~$50,000) and the LS7 is on its way out of production(this 427 SB is one of my favorites) which leaves the LSA. Unless they can bring an awesome DI Gen V out in the next year (probably pretty doubtful, but I have hope). I will wait for the Gen V introduction in the Camaro before I buy one because that's how long it will take me to repay my student loans. __________________ GTR: Get Transmission Replaced

07-09-2009, 08:47 PM	#24
nards444 Drives: 1SS/RS Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: New york Posts: 2,129 View My Garage	if you make it cool its going to cost 45k and thats not going to get the buyers. Sure there will be some initially, but then its going to the taper. Look at the challenger SRT-8 or the challenger in general Dodge it not making money on that car. So if the SS takes off you wont see the Z. __________________ 2010 1SS/RS Black, CGM stripes, polished Rims, Tinted windows, Hurst shifter

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