LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

abadsvt · 08-25-2006, 06:53 PM

I found what looks like to me to be a nice package on ebay. It is for a LS1 engine and 4L60E 4 speed tranny. Here is a link to the package. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/02-Tr...18618340QQrdZ1 Is this worth the 4k and what else would i need that it doesn't come with. I want to make sure i can afford everything first before i commit. Also what would it take to make the A/C work? I am i going to have to update the wiring? Please excuse my ignorance when it comes to engines. Any comments would be appreciated.

Thanks Josh

68 short step · 08-25-2006, 07:08 PM

bit on the high side...3k is about the going rate for a 50,xxx or higher milage combo.. what else, just off the top of head, is needed
fuel pump, lines, fittings, etc...
motor mnts (adapters)
rework your wiring
reprogram your PCM
trans x-member relocate or new one
new drive shaft
and there is alot of little stuff too..... air intake tube, return lines,guages,MIL light, OBD2 connection port, etc....

letaurus · 08-25-2006, 10:30 PM

Well i have been doing the swap myself for the last month or so,having only spent about a$$ load of money so far my truck is still lacking parts. So i guess all that i am saying is that i hope your pockets are deep like the Atlantic ocean and that you have all the right tools to do the swap with like plasma cutter,welder, tourch, and things like that. So if your a true classic truck person go for it and you will be happy you did. Here is a few pic of mine so far oh by the way since i got the complete so i also changed the dask too.http://pictures.aol.com/ap/myAlbums....156537298312.1

abadsvt · 08-25-2006, 10:33 PM

Wow that sound like alot of stuff. Do you have an idea on what all that might cost. If i found one for 3000-3500 then that would leave me 500-1000 left over for all that you listed. Also how hard is the swap. I like a little challenge but don't want total mayham. thanks for responding.

abadsvt · 08-25-2006, 10:40 PM

I do have a plasma, torch, welding, a ton of automotive tools. My father used to build motors. Same with my uncle. Letaurus i couldn't access the website. do you have a few pics you can email to abadsvt@yahoo.com

1LoC10 · 08-26-2006, 12:15 AM

This seems like a better deal
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...MEWA%3AIT&rd=1

68haywagon · 08-26-2006, 12:29 AM

The guys in the first link are right around the corner from my house. I've past it a million times, but never stopped in. I wonder if I could haggle a bit with them in person if I had cash in hand? I guess I won't find out for a while...I don't have any cash

Mike

abadsvt · 08-26-2006, 04:49 AM

Oh just rub it in! LOL. Hook me up with a deal.

abadsvt · 08-26-2006, 04:51 AM

1loc10 i was reading the description and they say a WS6 engine and trans. Never heard of that. It looks different than the other one. Maybe because it doesn't have the plastic covers on top.

68 short step · 08-26-2006, 06:17 AM

steer clear of 98 ls1 engines (bolt holes on edge of V/C, insted of in center) then you're talking more $$$ for the swap, harder to get PCM work done, wiring is more difficult,less people to do a good tune,etcc....

68 short step · 08-26-2006, 06:21 AM

500-1000 is pushing it..... example i paid 645$$ for tank with pump, about 250 for lines with fittings, and plan on about atleast 150 for a tune (not to mention harness work)
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=412057
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=195643

billyjo · 08-26-2006, 03:49 PM

I would think that if your making a budget that you'd better figure double what you think it's going to cost. You've got drive line work, exhaust, guages, fluids, lines, hoses, radiator, filters and all kinds of misc adapters and sensors.

Personally I think buying the motor and the trans and getting them installed is the easy part. It's making everything work from there that is the biggest challenge.

1LoC10 · 08-26-2006, 04:08 PM

The WS6 is the Trans Am version of the Camaro SS

68 short step · 08-26-2006, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by billyjo

Personally I think buying the motor and the trans and getting them installed is the easy part. It's making everything work from there that is the biggest challenge.

i would agree..... hey billyjo where and how much (do i need to say for the blower?)

**Hart_Rod** · 08-27-2006, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by abadsvt

I found what looks like to me to be a nice package on ebay. It is for a LS1 engine and 4L60E 4 speed tranny. Here is a link to the package. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/02-Tr...18618340QQrdZ1 Is this worth the 4k and what else would i need that it doesn't come with. I want to make sure i can afford everything first before i commit. Also what would it take to make the A/C work? I am i going to have to update the wiring? Please excuse my ignorance when it comes to engines. Any comments would be appreciated.

Thanks Josh

I bought a 2006 5.3/4L60E with all accessories for $3300 delivered.

billyjo · 08-27-2006, 03:37 PM

I think that the blower was $4800 shipped. I bought it from Tybern motor sports when they were having a sale. Then I "had" to install a LPE cam and a 90mm throttle body.

When I had my harness built and my computer programmed I had them make all the changes that I needed to adapt it as well.

08-25-2006, 06:53 PM	#1
abadsvt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 1,152	LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? I found what looks like to me to be a nice package on ebay. It is for a LS1 engine and 4L60E 4 speed tranny. Here is a link to the package. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/02-Tr...18618340QQrdZ1 Is this worth the 4k and what else would i need that it doesn't come with. I want to make sure i can afford everything first before i commit. Also what would it take to make the A/C work? I am i going to have to update the wiring? Please excuse my ignorance when it comes to engines. Any comments would be appreciated. Thanks Josh

08-25-2006, 07:08 PM	#2
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? bit on the high side...3k is about the going rate for a 50,xxx or higher milage combo.. what else, just off the top of head, is needed fuel pump, lines, fittings, etc... motor mnts (adapters) rework your wiring reprogram your PCM trans x-member relocate or new one new drive shaft and there is alot of little stuff too..... air intake tube, return lines,guages,MIL light, OBD2 connection port, etc....

08-25-2006, 10:30 PM	#3
letaurus Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: sherevport,louisiana Posts: 6	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? Well i have been doing the swap myself for the last month or so,having only spent about a$$ load of money so far my truck is still lacking parts. So i guess all that i am saying is that i hope your pockets are deep like the Atlantic ocean and that you have all the right tools to do the swap with like plasma cutter,welder, tourch, and things like that. So if your a true classic truck person go for it and you will be happy you did. Here is a few pic of mine so far oh by the way since i got the complete so i also changed the dask too.http://pictures.aol.com/ap/myAlbums....156537298312.1

08-25-2006, 10:33 PM	#4
abadsvt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 1,152	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? Wow that sound like alot of stuff. Do you have an idea on what all that might cost. If i found one for 3000-3500 then that would leave me 500-1000 left over for all that you listed. Also how hard is the swap. I like a little challenge but don't want total mayham. thanks for responding.

08-25-2006, 10:40 PM	#5
abadsvt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 1,152	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? I do have a plasma, torch, welding, a ton of automotive tools. My father used to build motors. Same with my uncle. Letaurus i couldn't access the website. do you have a few pics you can email to abadsvt@yahoo.com

08-26-2006, 12:15 AM	#6
1LoC10 Insert Title Here Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 5,679	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? This seems like a better deal http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...MEWA%3AIT&rd=1 __________________ BOBBY _69 SWB_ 1000 pics of 67-72's>> http://s193.photobucket.com/albums/z...-72/?start=all <<

08-26-2006, 12:29 AM	#7
68haywagon I'm watching you! Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Levittown, PA Posts: 1,822	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? The guys in the first link are right around the corner from my house. I've past it a million times, but never stopped in. I wonder if I could haggle a bit with them in person if I had cash in hand? I guess I won't find out for a while...I don't have any cash Mike __________________ 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Z71 4WD 1993 Chevrolet C-1500 W/T - Blue - 4.3L V-6, 4 speed auto - Dad's (RIP) 1992 Chevrolet S10 - LS swap project 1968 Chevrolet C-10 longbed fleetside - sold

08-26-2006, 04:49 AM	#8
abadsvt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 1,152	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? Oh just rub it in! LOL. Hook me up with a deal.

08-26-2006, 04:51 AM	#9
abadsvt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 1,152	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? 1loc10 i was reading the description and they say a WS6 engine and trans. Never heard of that. It looks different than the other one. Maybe because it doesn't have the plastic covers on top.

08-26-2006, 06:17 AM	#10
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? steer clear of 98 ls1 engines (bolt holes on edge of V/C, insted of in center) then you're talking more $$$ for the swap, harder to get PCM work done, wiring is more difficult,less people to do a good tune,etcc....

08-26-2006, 06:21 AM	#11
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? 500-1000 is pushing it..... example i paid 645$$ for tank with pump, about 250 for lines with fittings, and plan on about atleast 150 for a tune (not to mention harness work) http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=412057 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=195643

08-26-2006, 03:49 PM	#12
billyjo Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 95	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? I would think that if your making a budget that you'd better figure double what you think it's going to cost. You've got drive line work, exhaust, guages, fluids, lines, hoses, radiator, filters and all kinds of misc adapters and sensors. Personally I think buying the motor and the trans and getting them installed is the easy part. It's making everything work from there that is the biggest challenge. __________________ 1972 K/5 4x4, Radixed LS1 6.0, 428HP/445TQ, Lingenfelter GT2-3 cam, WCCH 90mm J-Tube, LS2 90mm TB, Stainless Works Headers, NV4500, 4.56 gears, Detroit Lockers, 14 bolt FF, Dana 60, 4 wheel disk Hydro Brakes, dual electric fans, Autometer guages, 4" lift, Zero Rates, Weld Evo Velocity XT8 wheels, 35x12.5x17 Super Swamper SSR's..... http://s72.photobucket.com/albums/i1...tos/?start=all Last edited by billyjo; 08-26-2006 at 03:53 PM.

08-26-2006, 04:08 PM	#13
1LoC10 Insert Title Here Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Dyer, Indiana Posts: 5,679	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? The WS6 is the Trans Am version of the Camaro SS __________________ BOBBY _69 SWB_ 1000 pics of 67-72's>> http://s193.photobucket.com/albums/z...-72/?start=all <<

08-27-2006, 03:37 PM	#16
billyjo Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Vancouver, WA Posts: 95	Re: LS1 Engine and tranny. What else would i need? I think that the blower was $4800 shipped. I bought it from Tybern motor sports when they were having a sale. Then I "had" to install a LPE cam and a 90mm throttle body. When I had my harness built and my computer programmed I had them make all the changes that I needed to adapt it as well. __________________ 1972 K/5 4x4, Radixed LS1 6.0, 428HP/445TQ, Lingenfelter GT2-3 cam, WCCH 90mm J-Tube, LS2 90mm TB, Stainless Works Headers, NV4500, 4.56 gears, Detroit Lockers, 14 bolt FF, Dana 60, 4 wheel disk Hydro Brakes, dual electric fans, Autometer guages, 4" lift, Zero Rates, Weld Evo Velocity XT8 wheels, 35x12.5x17 Super Swamper SSR's..... http://s72.photobucket.com/albums/i1...tos/?start=all



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