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Re: 400 sbc again or LS1 swap...what to do
May not translate and surely not the cheapest but I fulfilled a bucket list item a few weeks ago and bought an 08 Vette C-6. Fell in love with the 2014/15
C-7 but budget kept me one step lower. I've been a street rod engine builder for years, small block and big block but I'm absolutely stunned at the performance of the LS3 engine in this car. It's the standard 436 hp model but it idles at 700 rpm and pulls hard from 1,200 to 6,500 rpm AND gets 26-29 mpg if you keep it under 85. I always thought the manufacturer claims, computers, variable valve timing, etc was kind of a crock, but I'm sold. If I have another project in me, it will definitely have an LS engine in it. The paddle shift 6 speed auto is kinda fun too. So there ya have it.
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