Engine
Well, I haven’t even had a chance to take the L33 back yet, and I’ve already found a replacement engine. This one is a 2000 LS1 (I guess Project 5.3L is no longer appropriate), with ~15K miles on it.
This engine also happens to be bundled with a Richmond T-10 Transmission. I’m going to have to figure out how to make that gearing work in an autocross, street and track use car.
Anyway, to keep this short, here are the specs on the engine:
2000 LS1 long block, ~15k miles
- PRC Dual Valve springs w/ Titanium Retainers
- Harland Sharp OEM-style rocker arms
- Manley Hardened 7.400? pushrods
- ARP rod bolts
- LS6 oil pump
- GTO front sump oil pan with baffles and dipstick
- GM-factory 1-3/4? header flanges + material for headers.
- Brand new GM water pump with pulley
- Alternator
- new GM harmonic balance bolt
- all new GM engine sensors
Here are the aftermarket upgrades that I’ve ordered to add to the engine before installing it.
- Thunder Racing TR224/227 – 114lsa Cam
- SLP Underdrive Pulley
- DIY Ported Throttle Body