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Old 10-05-2012, 06:41 AM
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Originally Posted by joyridin' View Post
Has anybody switched either a SBC or BBC to an LSx engine? I have a 383 SBC and am contemplating going to a LS2 or LS3 with various modifications. I already have the T56 from an LS2 in my car, so that won't be a huge issue. I am more concerned about the center of weight. Switching from the T10 to the T56 dumped a lot of weight on the rear. I am afraid the aluminum LS engine will really throw the bias off. I could move if forward 6-8 inches, but that is a TON of work.
Yes, I switched from a Gen1 434 SBC and a Jerico, to an LS7 and a T56 Magnum. I was at 54.5 rear, with the LS7 I'm at 56.5% with fuel at 3/4 full (15gal) and no driver.

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