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Rich 5150 69 · 11-17-2011, 10:18 AM

http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2...am/?refer=news

Str8axle · 11-17-2011, 10:51 AM

That's really kool. Would love to do that to my '60 Parkwood wagon!

**LSXTravis** · 11-17-2011, 11:48 AM

Great find and thanks for sharing!!!

Bears63 · 11-17-2011, 12:06 PM

It's about time they did something to help simplify the process of putting current technology in old vehicles. The market is there and they evidently finally realized it.

likaroc13 · 11-17-2011, 05:07 PM

sweet! might have to look into one of these for a future build

dallas71 · 11-17-2011, 06:04 PM

if it is anything like the EROD engine it will be expensive as HECK!

Bears63 · 11-17-2011, 06:27 PM

Oh I have no doubt it will cost a small fortune, but it's a step in the right direction. So long as they keep going in that direction.

62 short step · 11-17-2011, 06:30 PM

I bet its about $20K plus for a package like that. Very cool though.

dallas71 · 11-17-2011, 06:57 PM

Yes very cool but only for the RICH hot rodder not the average hot rodder !

1Bad62Pro/Street · 11-17-2011, 08:07 PM

Probably around $20 to $30 grand for the combo.
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BR3W CITY · 11-17-2011, 11:11 PM

damn they want alot for that. I mean finding the right parts for my LS swap took a little work, but not THAT much lol

rustyrodknocker · 11-18-2011, 12:23 AM

Well I wish this would have been an option back when the government decided we needed to pay $4500 for everybodies trade in on a foreign car. just so we could smash them. could have been a credit towards a cleaner burning drivetrain for your classic american vehicle.

Well that would have not made any sense anyway. with all the jobs it would have created with the swaps and all. that would be putting ourselves before our competition.

Blue666 · 11-19-2011, 10:52 AM

How about a 5.3L with a T56 for $4500 with wiring & computer? I would save my pennies for that combo. Can't even pretend to get excited over this deal.

The lowest cost engine & combo set is the 430 HP LS3 Connect and Cruise kit priced at $9,989, and the supercharged 556 HP LSA package priced at $19,569.

Content for each kit includes:

Brand-new, fully assembled crate engine (LS3 or LSA)
Brand-new transmission (4L65-E or 4L85-E)
SuperMatic transmission control module
Calibrated engine control module
Two oxygen sensors and mounting bosses (for installation in the exhaust system)
Mass airflow meter and mounting boss (for installation in the air intake system)
Throttle pedal assembly (for use with the electronically operated throttle)
Complete wiring harness with fuse box
Instruction sheet.
The engine and transmission are delivered separately. The transmission must be attached to the engine by the installer.

The engine and SuperMatic transmission controllers in the Crate Powertrain Systems are designed for true stand-alone performance in older vehicles. All that’s needed to get a vehicle running with the engine controller are power and ground sources, a high-pressure fuel pump and an electric cooling fan.

The SuperMatic transmission controller is the most fully integrated and user-friendly transmission control system on the market. Only a few connections are required to get the transmission ready for operation in your vehicle – and it is designed for tuning-free compatibility for the Crate Powertrain Systems’ engine control module.

Installing an electronically controlled automatic transmission in an older vehicle with a mechanical speedometer requires an aftermarket signal converter.

factorystock · 11-19-2011, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue666

The lowest cost engine & combo set is the 430 HP LS3 Connect and Cruise kit priced at $9,989, and the supercharged 556 HP LSA package priced at $19,569.

A far cry from the era's kick panel tag motto : Chevrolet- For Economical Transportation.

11-17-2011, 10:18 AM	#1
Rich 5150 69 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Galt, Calif Posts: 2,437	GM is out to help us cool... http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2...am/?refer=news __________________ `64 C10 vortec 350/350/373 posi `69 RS/SS 350/350/308 `37 Ford 406/350/324 traclock `68 Dart 370/904/323 suregrip

11-17-2011, 10:51 AM	#2
Str8axle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: South Jersey Posts: 234	Re: GM is out to help us cool... That's really kool. Would love to do that to my '60 Parkwood wagon! __________________ _____________________________________________ Ray All my life, I've been told I'm a "Bad Influence"

11-17-2011, 11:48 AM	#3
LSXTravis Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Fort Worth, Texas Posts: 39	Re: GM is out to help us cool... Great find and thanks for sharing!!!

11-17-2011, 12:06 PM	#4
Bears63 ...just another truck junkie.. Join Date: May 2009 Location: Watertown, SD Posts: 698	Re: GM is out to help us cool... It's about time they did something to help simplify the process of putting current technology in old vehicles. The market is there and they evidently finally realized it. __________________ Mike "Bear" Shea

11-17-2011, 05:07 PM	#5
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: GM is out to help us cool... sweet! might have to look into one of these for a future build __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

11-17-2011, 06:04 PM	#6
dallas71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Corinth,TX Posts: 444	Re: GM is out to help us cool... if it is anything like the EROD engine it will be expensive as HECK! __________________ My 1966 LWB Truck My 1966 SWB Truck

11-17-2011, 06:27 PM	#7
Bears63 ...just another truck junkie.. Join Date: May 2009 Location: Watertown, SD Posts: 698	Re: GM is out to help us cool... Oh I have no doubt it will cost a small fortune, but it's a step in the right direction. So long as they keep going in that direction. __________________ Mike "Bear" Shea

11-17-2011, 06:30 PM	#8
62 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Greenwell Springs, Louisiana Posts: 2,882	Re: GM is out to help us cool... I bet its about $20K plus for a package like that. Very cool though. __________________ www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com 1965 c-10 86 chevy c/k 20

11-17-2011, 06:57 PM	#9
dallas71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Corinth,TX Posts: 444	Re: GM is out to help us cool... Yes very cool but only for the RICH hot rodder not the average hot rodder ! __________________ My 1966 LWB Truck My 1966 SWB Truck

11-17-2011, 11:11 PM	#11
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: GM is out to help us cool... damn they want alot for that. I mean finding the right parts for my LS swap took a little work, but not THAT much lol __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD

11-18-2011, 12:23 AM	#12
rustyrodknocker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: salem oregon Posts: 414	Re: GM is out to help us cool... Well I wish this would have been an option back when the government decided we needed to pay $4500 for everybodies trade in on a foreign car. just so we could smash them. could have been a credit towards a cleaner burning drivetrain for your classic american vehicle. Well that would have not made any sense anyway. with all the jobs it would have created with the swaps and all. that would be putting ourselves before our competition.

11-19-2011, 10:52 AM	#13
Blue666 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Andrews, NC Posts: 194	Re: GM is out to help us cool... How about a 5.3L with a T56 for $4500 with wiring & computer? I would save my pennies for that combo. Can't even pretend to get excited over this deal. The lowest cost engine & combo set is the 430 HP LS3 Connect and Cruise kit priced at $9,989, and the supercharged 556 HP LSA package priced at $19,569. Content for each kit includes: Brand-new, fully assembled crate engine (LS3 or LSA) Brand-new transmission (4L65-E or 4L85-E) SuperMatic transmission control module Calibrated engine control module Two oxygen sensors and mounting bosses (for installation in the exhaust system) Mass airflow meter and mounting boss (for installation in the air intake system) Throttle pedal assembly (for use with the electronically operated throttle) Complete wiring harness with fuse box Instruction sheet. The engine and transmission are delivered separately. The transmission must be attached to the engine by the installer. The engine and SuperMatic transmission controllers in the Crate Powertrain Systems are designed for true stand-alone performance in older vehicles. All that’s needed to get a vehicle running with the engine controller are power and ground sources, a high-pressure fuel pump and an electric cooling fan. The SuperMatic transmission controller is the most fully integrated and user-friendly transmission control system on the market. Only a few connections are required to get the transmission ready for operation in your vehicle – and it is designed for tuning-free compatibility for the Crate Powertrain Systems’ engine control module. Installing an electronically controlled automatic transmission in an older vehicle with a mechanical speedometer requires an aftermarket signal converter.



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