japanparts999 Posted April 27, 2013 Share Posted April 27, 2013 I know this subject has been beaten into the ground but, what overall have members spent on the install kits and who do you guys use for the install kits ? And on the engine side of things what is the the SLP package on some of the throttle by cable motors that is on the air box on the camaro's with the LS1 motors. Is it a better or worth the cost to get a LS2 motor over the LS1 ? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLATA Posted April 27, 2013 Share Posted April 27, 2013 Deep pockets my friend,will result in a show stopper , low mula a not so stopper............................. there is plenty info on this topic , your welcome to see my gallery . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebekahsZ Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 Go join LS1tech.com to find out about the SLP stuff. We usually just use some cold air arrangement like the JCI kit to go thru the radiator support. Those SLP kits are pretty much f-body kits. I have an LS2-it is not worth it-you have to change to an LS1 oil pan and alternator. These cars are so fast that the extra 50hp is kind of lost in the averages. Interestingly, I was getting soundly beaten by a well driven L28 equipped z with better tires. This conversion only makes the car faster if you can keep it pointed in a straight line (which is harder than you may think). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebekahsZ Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 Oh, and I wouldn't even think about starting without a $10,000 war chest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alainburon Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 $10,000???, hell that won't even buy my motor.....LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattd428 Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 wow $10000? I have under $5000 in my car including the price of the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTnZ Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) Yep $10k nice start, I'm $13k deep so far and that's just mechanical stuff Including the $2k for the car Edited April 28, 2013 by EastTnZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsicard Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 Need to express what you expect the Datsun to be when done with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japanparts999 Posted April 28, 2013 Author Share Posted April 28, 2013 Just wanted to get info on what you guys have spend on buying a complete lock and stock 6sp LS1 complete motor. with all of the parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
japanparts999 Posted April 28, 2013 Author Share Posted April 28, 2013 looking to build another Nissan product but asking as many questions as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattd428 Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 How do you spend $13000 on an ls1 t56 swap. Im completely amazed must be one nasty car. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattd428 Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 There is a complete ls1 t56 car on craiglist for $4000. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLATA Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 Just wanted to get info on what you guys have spend on buying a complete lock and stock 6sp LS1 complete motor. with all of the parts. EBAY= EBAYMART..................there are low miles for high $$$$$ and high miles for low $$$. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTnZ Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) I'm replacing all but the shell, glass, and the dash lol. Should be fun and reliable. 5.3 from an Avalanche and a TR6060 from an '11 Camaro SS. $13k isn't that bad for almost a brand new car with the performance it'll have. Edited April 28, 2013 by EastTnZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLATA Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 (edited) How do you spend $13000 on an ls1 t56 swap. Im completely amazed must be one nasty car. Very easy, it is all on the level that you want , low $ a nice rat rod, high $ a show piece , 13K+or- is only the initial cost on many Z's with an LS1. My Cali 72 total cost when built went over 50K Edited April 28, 2013 by PLATA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattd428 Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 Gotcha so you are doing everything brand new that makes sense. I have just shy of $5000 but didnt do nearly the restoration you are doing. Mine is a 5.3 and t56. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTnZ Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 Love the videos! I can't wait to get mine on the road in the next month or so. Yeah it's adding up with full new suspension, bushings, mm adapters 300ZXT cv's, wheels, tires, brakes, mounts, fuel etc... I could go on forever but yeah mostly new and sanding the undercarriage and cleaning it all up it'll be fun. Yeah over $10k in 6 months and no driving yet is killing me. Yeah traction is the issue with these cars it seems. You need a rematch with the camaro on the track or stickier surface! Either way both cars scream 'MERICA!!! (I see the parts store will no longer warranty your u-joints! That gives me hope to keep building mine!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattd428 Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 When i hit 3rd I started running him down. I did the 300zx turbo axles also didnt last long broke all the bolts holding them to the flanges. Now the entire rear end is out of the car and the solid axle 4 link is in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattd428 Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 Parts store said no more after the 3rd one in a week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastTnZ Posted April 28, 2013 Share Posted April 28, 2013 Sweet. Sounds like I need to think about beefing mine up already and it's not even moving on its own power yet. Thanks for the info and I'll look into the solid axle some more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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