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Old Aug 16, 2009 | 07:00 PM
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I have a couple of these new LS9's in the crate laying around here. I am thinking I should put one in this car.

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I have a couple of these new LS9's in the crate laying around here. I am thinking I should put one in this car.

Send me a crate and I will try getting it in my C5. If it fits you will be the first person I call!
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Send me a crate and I will try getting it in my C5. If it fits you will be the first person I call!
OK, I think you will need the MCM supercharger hood for clearance though
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Hell, send me one and I'll leave my hood off!
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I've been trying to work out how to shoehorn this baby in. Best I can figure, will need to make good use of a plasma torch . . .

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Somehow make it fit - that would be an awesome mod to your car.
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You're gonna need new rear tires if you do that!
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Somehow make it fit - that would be an awesome mod to your car.
It would for sure!
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You're gonna need new rear tires if you do that!
No.. you will need a truckload of new rear tires...
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"Just a few laying around." That sounds terrible.
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Send me a crate and I will try getting it in my C5. If it fits you will be the first person I call!
Second in line for a crate, will let you know.
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