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Old Aug 9, 2013 | 11:33 AM
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anyone have this engine
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ml...2ctf/overview/

thoughts or reviews ???
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Wayyyyy outta my price range....but it sure would be awesome
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I'd install it this weekend if it were given to me
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Originally Posted by 4 speed
anyone have this engine
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ml...2ctf/overview/

thoughts or reviews ???
I think if I were to go the route of an LS engine swap I would probably look at this option.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/na...9233/overview/

Then I would look at adding twin turbos or a supercharger system to it.

Have a look at the new 2013 Camaro ZL-1 and you get the idea.

Probably looking at 700+ horsepower for about $11000 to $12000.
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Originally Posted by donyue
I think if I were to go the route of an LS engine swap I would probably look at this option.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/na...9233/overview/

Then I would look at adding twin turbos or a supercharger system to it.

Have a look at the new 2013 Camaro ZL-1 and you get the idea.

Probably looking at 700+ horsepower for about $11000 to $12000.
and add another $5k to actually getting it running, tuned, accessories, etc
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