Mikelly Posted May 7, 2004 Share Posted May 7, 2004 So my engine builder was preparing the block for the build on the Vette motor project when he found a long crack in the main oil Galley at a web intersection... Further review caused much more concern and we ended up tossing the block completetly... So Now I'm on the hunt. Anyone have any leads on a bare LS1 Block? I need one ASAP. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwik240z Posted May 7, 2004 Share Posted May 7, 2004 Mike, New LS6 blocks on eBay, http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=2477324078&category=33613 buy it now for $850 Better block for you hi po motor and new so no problems like an unknown used block. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted May 7, 2004 Author Share Posted May 7, 2004 That is a bit rich for my blood. However, I did e-mail him... In hopes he has others... Might have a line on a used LS6 block for $300... Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qwik240z Posted May 7, 2004 Share Posted May 7, 2004 He sells lots of them. The reserve is like $750 if you want to bid. I know it's steep but you get what you pay for. With the description of you plans a new block just might be the way to go. Best of luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KSGerry Posted May 7, 2004 Share Posted May 7, 2004 I've got new LS-1 blocks, heads and crankshafts for sale along with new, bare GM 454 big blocks and 8.1 liter crankshafts. Ford engine components too. LS-1 block is $500.dollars plus packaging and shipping. I've got a new block at a builder in Indianapolis that I'll sell for $400.dollars plus s & h. Regards, Gerry Dedonis dedonis@kans.com Kansas Engines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
80LS1T Posted May 7, 2004 Share Posted May 7, 2004 Actually for a HI-Performance engine wouldnt you want a "seasoned" block. Thats what I was always taught. I dont know if thats the same for an alluminum block though? Guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Posted May 8, 2004 Share Posted May 8, 2004 Do the OEM LSI blocks really go for around $500? That's quite amazing, to me at least. Aftermarket aluminum blocks go for $3500 and up! (that's Gen I SBC; Mark IV BBC, with which I am somewhat more familiar, are even higher - typically much higher). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KSGerry Posted May 8, 2004 Share Posted May 8, 2004 Do the OEM LSI blocks really go for around $500? That's quite amazing' date=' to me at least. Aftermarket aluminum blocks go for $3500 and up! (that's Gen I SBC; Mark IV BBC, with which I am somewhat more familiar, are even higher - typically much higher).[/quote'] I think the dealer's retail price for a new, bare LS-1 block is about $1250.dollars. My LS-1 blocks, heads, crankshafts, etc. are new, old stock surplus blocks dated 2001. Evidently, GM made more than they could use. Bad for them but good for you and me! Regards, Gerry Dedonis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.