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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 01:52 AM
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would you drop a ZZ4 or an LS-1 into your car?
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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 02:24 AM
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Default Re: If price was not a factor (Markm10431)

LS1, by far and wide.

Much better power, emissions, mileage. I'd rather have a worked LS1 than a worked ZZ4, too.

Of course, with money being a factor...

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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 02:48 AM
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Default Re: If price was not a factor (Markm10431)

If price was not a factor I'd have merlins engine in Cappy's car :eek: :cheers:
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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 02:53 AM
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Default Re: If price was not a factor (Pacin'California)

But it would be a MAJOR factor. You'd have to change a whole lot of stuff. It would probably be cheaper and EASIER to just get a ZR1, aluminum 600+ horsepower big block, from American Speed or a second 'Vette than play with a LS1 transplant. IMHO. :cheers:
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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 04:34 AM
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383LS1 :cool:
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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 09:52 AM
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Default Re: If price was not a factor

new c5 since price is not a factor, oh and add the427 c5R block too!
i'm hoping to get a c6 :eek:

for a c3, a big block would be it, since you can afford the gas :cool:
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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 10:31 AM
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If money was not a factor:
http://www.lingenfelter.com/pac725ttls1y.asp
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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 11:16 AM
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Default Re: If price was not a factor (Robert Holtman)

I agree, there is a lot that would have to be changed to accomodate the LS-1. I believe Vette magazine has been working on such a project.

If price was not a factor, however, I would opt for a worked ZZ4. Sharks should have carbs.
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If price was not a factor I have only three words.

Aluminum Big Block. :D

500+ cubes, twin carbs, lots of horse.... All motor.
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Old Sep 24, 2002 | 01:57 PM
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If price is not a factor, might as well go LS6.
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