Ls2 Engine Replacement
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Ls2 Engine Replacement
Having trouble looking for an Ls2 engine as my 2005 vette with only 45000 miles may need a new one. Doesn't seem like many places offer a replacement for this, so on the chance this may not be available, what kinds of LS swaps are reasonable for this year? I keep hearing that an Ls3 is possible but I'm trying to do the least amount of adjustments to accommodate this disaster.
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Have you scanned for any codes?
You might want to make sure that the problem is not just a bad harmonic balancer .... replacing a harmonic balancer is A LOT cheaper than replacing an engine.
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That's what I'm hoping it is, I'm having a local shop take a look at it tomorrow as I'm not comfortable making that determination yet. The purpose of this thread was to have options ready. I appreciate you guys replying
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Having trouble looking for an Ls2 engine as my 2005 vette with only 45000 miles may need a new one. Doesn't seem like many places offer a replacement for this, so on the chance this may not be available, what kinds of LS swaps are reasonable for this year? I keep hearing that an Ls3 is possible but I'm trying to do the least amount of adjustments to accommodate this disaster.
Otherwise, any LS2, LS3 or LS7 from 2006-2013 would also fit but you'd have to change the reluctor wheel on the crank to a 24x. The 2005 was a bit of an oddball motor as they switched to a 58x starting in 2006.
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If your engine does end up being shot, rebuilding it would be my first choice.
Otherwise, any LS2, LS3 or LS7 from 2006-2013 would also fit but you'd have to change the reluctor wheel on the crank to a 24x. The 2005 was a bit of an oddball motor as they switched to a 58x starting in 2006.
Otherwise, any LS2, LS3 or LS7 from 2006-2013 would also fit but you'd have to change the reluctor wheel on the crank to a 24x. The 2005 was a bit of an oddball motor as they switched to a 58x starting in 2006.
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what fails on LS motors? I mean when people say "get a rebuild" what are they tyipcally replacing? I am not talking about increased power situations. I am speaking about wear and tear weather it's hard driving, deferred maintenance or worn out from usage...
