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03-12-2010, 02:44 AM
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Proud owner of a 5th gen!
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LS7
Would it be possible to throw a LS9 motor into a 1LT? I was just wondering if people would actually do that. Would they also change the transmission?
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03-12-2010, 02:54 AM
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E.B.A.H.
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Transmission, Brakes, Wheels, Electronics, Suspension, Rear Diff, Gearing, etc. etc.
It's possible, but you'd have to replace more then just the engine. |
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03-12-2010, 03:03 AM
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Proud owner of a 5th gen!
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ahh figured as much ahaha wonder if anyone has done it yet....
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03-12-2010, 11:38 AM
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The engine cradle is different between V6 and V8 cars. You could buy a 1SS and swap out the motor for cheaper, otherwise you will be cutting the front subframe up to install the engine (aside from everything else you have to do). Not worth it.
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03-12-2010, 11:56 AM
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It would be cheaper to start with an ss model first.. everthing is different on the v-6.
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03-12-2010, 02:33 PM
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Anything can be done with enough money.
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03-12-2010, 03:59 PM
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Actually I think a V8 option for the LT would be good. Perhaps the 5.3 liter. Some would disagree but, I think it would be cool.
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03-16-2010, 03:48 PM
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V6 Engine swap for LS7
i got a 2010 2lt rs camaro and i love it, i just wish i could have the extra horsepower that the v8 had, i got the car as my graduation gift and im happy with it completely. i was wondering if there was a way in the future if i am able to swap out the V6 engine for a more powerful engine like the LS7, any help would be great
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03-16-2010, 03:57 PM
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You Can Call Me Jay
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uh oh.
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03-16-2010, 04:00 PM
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Rolling along...
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Absolutely! You can do pretty much anything you want, as long as you have enough money...
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03-16-2010, 04:02 PM
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With enough money you could put a Merlin engine from a P-51 Mustang in it! |
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03-16-2010, 04:08 PM
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Drives: 2010 Camaro 1LT/RS Join Date: Mar 2010
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You might as well just trade in for a used SS down the road rather than a motor swap, thats OD. If its power you want, why not do some performance mods to satisfy that hunger?
That 3.8Lv6 its not too small a motor, it should respond well to bolt ons. |
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03-16-2010, 04:11 PM
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The car will hold it's value well. Save your pennies and trade in for an SS in a couple of years. Best bang-for-your-buck IMO.
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03-16-2010, 04:12 PM
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Yeah you COULD put in a bigger motor, but it will end up costing you as much as the difference of trading in for an SS
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