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Originally Posted by stuartb
I think that I want to use a small block f.i. because of where I live. Looking at possibly the chevy Ls7 or a tricked out ford 4.6 with a tremec t56 anyone with any thoughts on this
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The LS7 is a dry sump engine so you'll have to provide for an
oil tank and
associated plumbing. It's also pretty expensive, around $13K in the crate.
If you're interested in using a GEN III engine, you might want to check with
the shops that specialize in building them, they might be able to put a package together for you that offers the similar performance as the crate LS7 for less money.
The 4.6 DOHC mod motor is dimensionally BIG, not all replicas can take it
without modifications especially to the footboxes. It's something to consider
when considering a manufacturer. Supercharging is common on these engines
in high performance applications and some of the mod motor specialist firms
offer 4.6 DOHC package motors with superchargers, but they are a bit pricey.
Of course, if you are restricted to a
smoggable engine package,
you will need to make sure that whatever you decide on will pass muster
with the authorities.
....Fred