KWick_70MC Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 I have been wanting to do this swap for some time now. I have lots of ideas and have gathered lots of information. LS3 E-Rod / 6 Speed / Pro Touring suspension and more is my plan. Tell us about the project you have completed or have going, and your success stories. "Man I wish I would have not or did that" stories are welcome as well. Feel free to start your own thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CKZ03 Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Thinking of doing this myself a few years down the road. Looks like GM performance is starting to make retro fit drop in kits for steet rods now. I was just checking out a 6.2 liter LSX 376 today 525 hp. Being I work at a GM dealer I get a pretty good deal on stuff. I'm sure it won't be long before someone has perfected simple drop in, plug & play with various HP level applications for any A body car. Nice thread, hope to gain some knowledge here on the subject. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malyc Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Who here thinks someone should try dropping an LS9 into a Monte? 638 horsepower and just over 600 lb/ft of torque has gotta be able to get them moving pretty good... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike 57 Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 The LS9 sounds like a fun project. The only thing that might dampen the enthusiasm is the $22000 for the engine and controller. Gas pedal not included but needed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malyc Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 I bet you could find one for cheaper... SOMEBODY is bound to have wrecked a ZR1 by now >.> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Sheean Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 I was looking at these, (http://www.chevrolet.com/performance/connect-cruise-powertrain-systems.html) thought it would be cool some time in the future. Everything is running perfect for now. I was at a car show last summer and talked for some time with a guy who did this in a '69 Camaro. He claimed 28mpg highway, and the car was very quick to boot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boots Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Cory..I was looking to do the 376 also...but by the time you add in the wiring harness,,1k extra...an electronic tranny plus wiring harness the traditional motor appealed to me more..then I just went out and found a 454 instead of the 350! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWick_70MC Posted April 10, 2014 Author Share Posted April 10, 2014 I found a CTS wrecked with a motor and 6 speed in it. 2005 they changed from a 5 to a 6 speed, but it is sketchy on if they used a T56 or an AISIN AY-6 six speed. The add states GERTAG, but thats the 5 speed they put into it before the 6 speed swap over.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCNO1 Posted July 3, 2014 Share Posted July 3, 2014 Well, I'm knee deep into a ls3 connect and cruise update. It's a complete gut job of engine, chassis, and interior. Way over budget but you know how that goes. Should have startup by August and completion of interior this fall. A few of the updates below. I'll post some pics next week. LS3/4L65E connect and cruise 9 inch Currie rear end with 3.7:1 final drive ratio and positrac Eibach lowering springs Rear sway bar Hotchkis rear suspension 11 inch Ford drums (held off on disc for now) All new front suspension New poly bushings everywhere New shocks New LS-tailored griffin radiator and new elec fan VHX gauges New radio w Bluetooth and iPod/mp3 connector Buckets with center console (shift works update to 4 speed) All new a/c system and heater core (retained and reconditioned htr Box) New bumpers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ss4ever Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 You will love the gauges, I love mine. I see you are here in MO, where exactly are you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWick_70MC Posted July 5, 2014 Author Share Posted July 5, 2014 My son and I finally found the 1967 Skylark he wanted.. so it will be getting a new LS.. after we start stripping her down.. no rust car outta cali... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCNO1 Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 This is a picture of the engine bay. I finished cleaning up the engine bay wiring and installing the VHX gauges this weekend (this pic is prior to my cleanup). Next up is putting some gas in and pressuring the fuel system to check for leaks. I used AN6 for routing the fuel lines to my new Aeromotive Stealth gas tank. After that, off to the exhaust shop and then first start up! Its been 8 months since I started with many many hours invested. Can't wait! I am in O'Fallon, MO. I'll get some more pics uploaded in August. It's tight with choosing to retain the original A/C system (vs Vintage Air), but it works. The gauges installed without a hitch and are great (I did red backlight). Biggest thing I am finding is that the Connect and Cruise is misleading. It makes it simpler, but it is still a major job installing everything. This forum, along with the LS1 forum and Chevelle forum have been invaluable for all of my upgrades. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCNO1 Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 One add - I ended up using the AirAid CAI for a Camaro, vice the one they have for Chevelle. I then drilled a couple of holes in the core support around the headlight and punched a 2.5 inch hole though the inner fender well to increase airflow. The headlight surround will cover the 2 holes I drilled, but air does flow around the headlight, so some increased air should go through. The Chevelle CAI from AirAid is designed for the inner fender well of a Chevelle, which is different from MC due to its different engine bay and wheelbase length. Had to cut off the flange on the side that mounts the windshield wiper bottle in order to clear the filter. Then relocated the water bottle to just below this location and sat it on the frame mounted up againt the fender well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
7tonemonte Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Greg that looks awesome! Seems like a heck of an undertaking, nice work!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ss4ever Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Awesome job. What did you use for a radiator? I have been looking to change out my radiator for something a little better fitting of a LS engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCNO1 Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 It is a Griffin 3 inch set up for an LSx engine. The radiator hoses are on passenger side and tranny cooler connects on driver side. Comes with a port for radiator overflow and a port for the steam port connect. If you go to their website and search for chevelle it should pop up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbreese Posted July 28, 2014 Share Posted July 28, 2014 WOW!!!! That is one clean lx install. Very nice work!!! Performance and economy all rolled into one. AWESOME!!! David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCNO1 Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 First startup occurred Sunday. Hope to give it the first test drive on Labor Day weekend. Youtube video of startup below. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Peters Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 Get her buttoned up and drive her, she looks sad sitting still. Rob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Sheean Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Looks and sounds great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWick_70MC Posted September 9, 2014 Author Share Posted September 9, 2014 SEXY BEAST!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CKZ03 Posted September 10, 2014 Share Posted September 10, 2014 So I'm contemplating buying a 6.0 out of a 03 HD truck for a very low price with harness and computer. Knowing the truck heads, intake and throttle body aren't the most desirable, can someone point me in the right direction for heads? I'm thinking GM 243 heads, a GM hot cam, LS6 intake, 90mm throttle body? Looking to build it to @ 450-500hp (at the crank) or does someone know the key LS ingredients/components for a build like this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
footballubet Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Nice job on the install! That is sweet. Doesn't seem like the engine is lost under the hood like the original engine is. It fills up the bay nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N/A86 Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 Hey, doing 408 t56 swap, any info on trans fitment or hood clearance? Ill be carbbed so Idk if I can clear the stock hood Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omar Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 You won't have any clearance issue in the engine bay but the transmission tunnel will have to be cut and raised about 2 inch give or take to clear the t56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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