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Old Feb 27, 2007 | 07:55 PM
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I recently got a '61 corvette, and i plan on restoring it out w/ C5 toys, i want to put a LS engine in it, does anyone have any previous experience as to what fits/works best preferable w/ a 6-speed? Any help would be appreciated.
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Old Feb 27, 2007 | 08:22 PM
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Are you gonna sell the original parts you don't need? Let me know
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Several here have done or are in the process of doing C1 conversions. The LS series will fit fine. It's a lot of work and more time consuming and expensive than you can imagine.
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Old Feb 27, 2007 | 08:51 PM
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Try corvettecorrection.com. Billy Dawson in Seguine ,Texas. Take a look at his web page. If you like what you see...he can provide everything you need.
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