LS2 in my C5?
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Yes... as soon as my engine blows, a stroked 402 LS2 is going in.
The only issue is making the map sensor work with the existing computer, but that may have been resolved already.
Edit... I meant knock sensor, not map sensor
The only issue is making the map sensor work with the existing computer, but that may have been resolved already.
Edit... I meant knock sensor, not map sensor
Last edited by 99C5Vert; May 10, 2005 at 11:37 AM.
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Originally Posted by 99C5Vert
Yes... as soon as my engine blows, a stroked 402 LS2 is going in.
The only issue is making the map sensor work with the existing computer, but that may have been resolved already.
The only issue is making the map sensor work with the existing computer, but that may have been resolved already.
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www.sdpc2000.com is selling forged stroked short blocks for $3900. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=243997
It'll still need heads, manifold, injectors, TB, etc..., so it's probably not going to be cheaper than the crate engine, but it's a hell of a deal, especially if you can find a good set of used heads.
It'll still need heads, manifold, injectors, TB, etc..., so it's probably not going to be cheaper than the crate engine, but it's a hell of a deal, especially if you can find a good set of used heads.
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Originally Posted by BarkingSpyder
Anyone know if an LS2 will drop into a C5 chassis?
thx
thx
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Originally Posted by denttech
I'll be putting a 402 LS2 into my '99 C5 in the next week or two. Their is pics of the motor in this section.... http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...post1550309255 . I'll keep you posted as the shop progresses with the install.
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Originally Posted by BarkingSpyder
Anyone know if an LS2 will drop into a C5 chassis?
thx
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Why does everyone want an LS2? and not looking at the LS6 with 405Hp.
Best part is, it's a simple drop-in without major modifications to your computer and god knows what else
If I was replacing my motor, I'd be looking for a Z06 engine all day.
Best part is, it's a simple drop-in without major modifications to your computer and god knows what else
If I was replacing my motor, I'd be looking for a Z06 engine all day.
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Originally Posted by Sponge Vette
[B]Why does everyone want an LS2? and not looking at the LS6 with 405Hp. Best part is, it's a simple drop-in without major modifications to your computer and god knows what else. If I was replacing my motor, I'd be looking for a Z06 engine all day.
Makes sense to me.
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Originally Posted by Sponge Vette
Why does everyone want an LS2? and not looking at the LS6 with 405Hp.
Best part is, it's a simple drop-in without major modifications to your computer and god knows what else
If I was replacing my motor, I'd be looking for a Z06 engine all day.
Best part is, it's a simple drop-in without major modifications to your computer and god knows what else
If I was replacing my motor, I'd be looking for a Z06 engine all day.
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doesnt the ls2 pull harder off idle or something? i remember hearing that the power curves were pretty different for these engines. and supposedly the LS2 made more useable power. but i could be wrong
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Originally Posted by BlownV6
5 Horsepower is your reason why the LS6 is better? 
No, the biggest reason is that the LS6 is a simple plug and play sort of engine, another words not much to modify if anything.
Not true with the LS2, granted the larger CC are always a welcome and we may not know the true potential of the LS2 at this time. But I assure you that the LS6 would be quite a bit cheaper to install without major modifications to your electrical system, chassis, and major computer..
So know tell me why I want a LS2 again?
I don't mean this to come off as a pissing contest, I'm all for the bigger the better attitude, but I just don't think it would be any where as cost effective has a LS6 with the same results.
Then again if I'm wrong about the install of the LS2.
Lets just wait for the LS7=500Hp
Last edited by Sponge Vette; Apr 5, 2005 at 02:18 PM.
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Originally Posted by Sponge Vette
Why does everyone want an LS2? and not looking at the LS6 with 405Hp.