25th Oct 2016, 12:38
I just saw a 1957 Cadillac at last weekend's Delaware Park Show with a LS3. Wish I could post a pic of it. Last night on Fast N Loud they dropped the exact same engine in a Porsche. These engines are affordable for many cars today. Including the land yachts, old and new. It's a very popular swap.
25th Oct 2016, 13:13
Why not just put one in your '70 Chevelle then.
25th Oct 2016, 21:45
OK, the LS is a popular swap. Like it or not, many others including myself prefer to stick with original equipment, even if it means swapping out whatever is under the hood with a bigger motor built by the same GM division. For example Olds 307 to a 350 or 403. My point of view is to get rid of a computer & emissions were it is not needed instead of using a motor such as the LS which can't run without it.
Also when it comes to websites like this, I don't reply to my own comments to make it look like I have a following of others who agree.
You have made your points and I have made mine. You have your preferences, I have mine. Let's move on shall we.
25th Oct 2016, 08:40
The modern day GM LS engine would also double the horsepower from anemic underpowered 170 to 350. Would push this vehicle that weighs well over 2 tons with ease and efficiency. And is an extremely reliable smooth engine. If the car is a keeper, I would consider the advantages. Cadillac did on its modern ones.