LS1 into C4
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St. Jude Donor '03-'04-'05-'06-'07
LS1 into C4
I sure this has been addressed before, but my search didn't turn up anything. Has anyone here ever transplanted an LS1 into a C4 (87-88 model or?
Particular problems, suggestions, increases in performance?
Should I just rebuild and mod the L98?
Thanks for the information.
:cheers: :seeya :flag
Particular problems, suggestions, increases in performance?
Should I just rebuild and mod the L98?
Thanks for the information.
:cheers: :seeya :flag
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Re: LS1 into C4 (STREETKNIGHT)
Here is an engine for yah :cheers: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=422430
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Re: LS1 into C4 (STREETKNIGHT)
I will use the surgical metaphor...
modding an L98 is like having your tonsels removed...
installing an LS1 in a C4 is like having your tonsels removed..... rectally.
The LS1 is nothing like the old 350... the bolts don't match... you would have to source a tranny... ouch... the mounts aren't the same... computer issues.
it is not an easy swap.
modding an L98 is like having your tonsels removed...
installing an LS1 in a C4 is like having your tonsels removed..... rectally.
The LS1 is nothing like the old 350... the bolts don't match... you would have to source a tranny... ouch... the mounts aren't the same... computer issues.
it is not an easy swap.
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Re: LS1 into C4 (bogus)
It would be too much hassle, its easier to throw a big block in there.
Just mod the L98.
Just mod the L98.
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Re: LS1 into C4 (vader86)
There is a guy here from TX I think his screen name is 84 LS-1 or something, he supposely has a LS-1 stuffed in an 84. I haven't seen pictures or nothing but he is around here.
I have seen 3rd gen camaros with LS-1s stuffed in them, so you know it can be done.
[Modified by zelement, 12:27 PM 10/30/2002]
I have seen 3rd gen camaros with LS-1s stuffed in them, so you know it can be done.
[Modified by zelement, 12:27 PM 10/30/2002]
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Re: LS1 into C4 (zelement)
I have seen 3rd gen camaros with LS-1s stuffed in them, so you know it can be done.
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Re: LS1 into C4 (STREETKNIGHT)
The LS1 is a great engine, but let's really get down to what we all really want: An LS6 in a C4. :D
The swap can be done. Are we talking Corvette or F-body LS1? The best reason, really, is weight. Aluminum block vs. iron block... hmmm, I'll take the aluminum. Very lightweight, powerful, efficient, reliable engine. Be sure to attach it to a modern 6-speed tranny as well, probably one from a C5. Not sure if the stock C4 tranny can be attached to the LS1. I say go for it, and if you're going to do it, do it right. Get the LS6. :yesnod:
EDIT: Don't know how much an LS1 is vs. an LS6. Just speculating in my post here. :cheers:
[Modified by GDP, 12:04 AM 10/31/2002]
The swap can be done. Are we talking Corvette or F-body LS1? The best reason, really, is weight. Aluminum block vs. iron block... hmmm, I'll take the aluminum. Very lightweight, powerful, efficient, reliable engine. Be sure to attach it to a modern 6-speed tranny as well, probably one from a C5. Not sure if the stock C4 tranny can be attached to the LS1. I say go for it, and if you're going to do it, do it right. Get the LS6. :yesnod:
EDIT: Don't know how much an LS1 is vs. an LS6. Just speculating in my post here. :cheers:
[Modified by GDP, 12:04 AM 10/31/2002]
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St. Jude Donor '03-'04-'05-'06-'07
Re: LS1 into C4 (DarkHalo)
Yeah, you're probably correct. It was the LS1 engine out of a C5. Just thought it might be a unique swap. :rolleyes: . Moments of lapsed judgement I guess (or too much coffee, not enough sleep, all of the above :lol: ).
Guess I'll just mod the L98..............................OR maybe it's time for a stroker :cool:
Thanks for all the responses
:cheers: :seeya :flag
Guess I'll just mod the L98..............................OR maybe it's time for a stroker :cool:
Thanks for all the responses
:cheers: :seeya :flag
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Re: LS1 into C4 (STREETKNIGHT)
TracerX in Houston dropped an LS1 into an 84. I believe he used one out of a Camaro due to oil pan differences. You can probably find him on the LS1 forum. He has an LS1 Firebird too.
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Re: LS1 into C4 (STREETKNIGHT)
Or you can get really :crazy: & drop a C5R block in there... :yesnod: :seeya
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Re: LS1 into C4 (barkingowl)
Ligenfelter can build you a 427" SBC Gen 2 (NASCAR) block for about $50,000.00!!!!!!! 600hp or so...
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check out that link :D
I have seen this car... it ROCKS...
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check out that link :D
I have seen this car... it ROCKS...
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Re: LS1 into C4 (bogus)
dont get an ls1. Aluminum is not reliable... GM is having problems with the block strength and cp strength even with 6 bolt caps. Lotta flexx. they even changed the bolts in 97s, then 98s, then 01s on the main caps due to flex. Lotta oil eating issues... so much more i wont start on
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Re: LS1 into C4 (388 SOLid RoLLeR)
dont get an ls1. Aluminum is not reliable... GM is having problems with the block strength and cp strength even with 6 bolt caps. Lotta flexx. they even changed the bolts in 97s, then 98s, then 01s on the main caps due to flex. Lotta oil eating issues... so much more i wont start on
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Re: LS1 into C4 (bogus)
[QUOTE]Ligenfelter can build you a 427" SBC Gen 2 (NASCAR) block for about $50,000.00!!!!!!! 600hp or so... [QUOTE]
coool :cool:
coool :cool:
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Re: LS1 into C4 (ittlfly)
Maybe that's why I decided to stay with my C-4 and not downgrade to a C-5. :lol: