Sumo Posted January 3, 2004 Share Posted January 3, 2004 So the new C6 Corvette has an LS2 as the power plant, 400 hp i think plus the same mountings as the LS1. So who's gonna be first? 8) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dpiatkin Posted January 3, 2004 Share Posted January 3, 2004 I say might as well go with the LS6 480 hp 460 ft. lbs of torque Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ON3GO Posted January 3, 2004 Share Posted January 3, 2004 LS6 is 405hp, 400lbs. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dpiatkin Posted January 3, 2004 Share Posted January 3, 2004 well I must have been looking at a high perf. version because it was definately 480 hp and 460 ft lbs........ I remember that the torque curve was almost FLAT, and was very impressed. It was a ls6 crate engine which included intake and all the trimmings for around 6000.00.... Was dreaming of this one for quite a while. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dpiatkin Posted January 3, 2004 Share Posted January 3, 2004 and now that I think about it, it was 480hp and 480ft lbs... I will search my favorites for the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80LS1T Posted January 3, 2004 Share Posted January 3, 2004 Well Im not sure about the TQ of the LS6 but the it is for sure 405HP. So you guys with the LS1's could just swap out the LS1 for the LS2 if the mounting is the same! Guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sumo Posted January 3, 2004 Author Share Posted January 3, 2004 Well i hate to say this but there are always a lot of boneheads who are going to wreck enough C6 Vettes to make the LS2 a cheaper option. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lysdexic Posted January 3, 2004 Share Posted January 3, 2004 The 2005 Z06 vette will have the new 480hp version of the LS2, that is probably what you guys are thinking of. The current LS6 is 405hp i'm pretty sure. The LS2 is a 6.0 liter engine, and the heads are a refined design of the current LS6 heads, and there are some other changes, but I'm pretty sure all of the mountings are the same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedRacer Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 From Pace "GM Part number 12578104 - 2004 LS6 (Z06) complete production engine LS6 option only. TECH SPECS: +Horsepower: 405 @ 6000 +Torque: 400 @ 4800 +Max." http://www.paceparts.com/product.asp?0=239&1=241&3=56136 BTW, it's only $7,595.00 for the complete engine (W/O PCM)! From Autoweek http://www.autoweek.com/cat_content.mv?port_code=autoweek&cat_code=coverstory&loc_code=&content_code=03176519 "2005 CORVETTE POWERTRAIN: 6.0-liter, 400-hp, 400-lb-ft V8; rwd, six-speed manual." So, you go up to 6.0 litres with the same torque but drop 5 HP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moridin Posted January 4, 2004 Share Posted January 4, 2004 The LS2 is the base motor in the new Vette, so it is actually up 50HP and close to as much torque from the C5. Can't wait for the new ZO6 and "Blue Devil" Vettes from GM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest et2473 Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 hey guys im new to this forums, its my first post. i have a 05 GTO ls2 and 6m on hand to put into my 90 z32. can anybody point me in the right direction. i dont know were to start. would it be the same setup as the ls1? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mas28O Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 I have a complete ls2 that is now a 402 just waiting to be put in. Cant wait. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240Z-DET Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 The engine in the C6 Z06 is the LS7 with 500+ HP. I'd bet that the crate engine will be well over $15K. Can you say 427 cubic inches. The big block is back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators SuperDan Posted June 3, 2005 Administrators Share Posted June 3, 2005 The engine in the C6 Z06 is the LS7 with 500+ HP. I'd bet that the crate engine will be well over $15K. Can you say 427 cubic inches. The big block is back. Kinda, it's still in a small block package though. Or just go here to order when it becomes available http://www.gmpartsdepot.com/store/product1.aspx?SID=2&Product_ID=1412&Category_ID=2&src=gglls7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240Z-DET Posted June 3, 2005 Share Posted June 3, 2005 Yeah, I overstated the "Big Block" idea a lil' bit, but just in terms of the sheer cubes is cool. The link had me laughing....there isn't even a price yet. If you have to ask, then you can't afford it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boodlefoof Posted June 4, 2005 Share Posted June 4, 2005 I probably won't be the first... but I think I'll be ready to start thinking about a powerplant for my project in about 2 years. At present I've been tossing around the idea of a turbocharged LS2 or possibly LS7 (dry sump will allow me to mount the engine lower) if I can afford it. But, we'll see if anything better comes along between now and then. Gonna need some power to get this car competitive in Open Road Racing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted June 4, 2005 Share Posted June 4, 2005 Bootlefoof, Don't overestimate the power of a LS1/2/6 and its ability to get you to where you want to be in open road racing. There are cars doing the SSC and topping 180MPH with less than 400HP at the wheels. The chop on the roof, a nice rear wing, coil overs for rake/ ride height adjustment, aerodynamics at the front with a splitter and maybe some winglets, and you'd be in good shape. My previous 383 stroker was making around 400chp and I was able to do runs in the 155-160mph range with ease in sixth gear at 3900rpms! I'm also just finished up funding the build of a 500HP LS1 that would likely be more than enough to take a lightened Z into the 180-200mph range. That build up didn't run me $5000 and that was starting with a new block, crank, heads, forged pistons and rods... AND using ARP stuff to hold it together! Twin turbos or S/C isn't required in my opinion and will add cost, complexity and weight. However, I'm FULL ON BOARD with the LS platform as the ONLY VIABLE chevy swap option at this point. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boodlefoof Posted June 5, 2005 Share Posted June 5, 2005 Mike, I hear you on not needing as much power as I'm planning. I just love turbochargers! : ) And, I like to do things a little different than the norm... just for fun. I've been thinking of a few different possibilities for engines, some based on the newer gen III platform and some based on the old gen I platform. I've also been considering more exotic powerplants... but probably won't go with something that replacement parts aren't easily available for. I like the weight savings of the aluminum blocks on the gen III small blocks... but of course aftermarket aluminum blocks are available in all shapes and sizes. In the end... we'll see what the funds allow. Thinking about an engine is still a way down the road for me... have to finish the body and then build the custom chassis and suspension first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cal Poly Zmanaustin Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 I have a complete ls2 that is now a 402 just waiting to be put in. Cant wait. Mike Any good sources you recommend for acquiring the entire drivetrain for the swap? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom Posted June 7, 2005 Share Posted June 7, 2005 et2473, Contact Jags That Run in California and Johns Cars, http://www.brokenkitty.com, in Dallas. They both make LS1/2/6 install kits that will get you started. Everything I've read indicates that these engines should be interchangeable if a car is set up for one of them. With the GTO & C6 both running the engine - and I think the SSR Pickup too - the LS2 blockis going to froliferate more 7 more. Since its a 6.0 vs essentially a 5.6 - and "their's no replacement for displacement" - we're looking at the future LS conversion resources. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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