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Worlds first LSx 6sp LS430 (I think?)

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Old 04-20-15 | 08:26 PM
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I was thinking about how an LS to LS swap would play out...now that I know, I want to get started on mine...having 600+ HP in a UL is a thought that brings great joy to me...the ability to slay AMG's, M's, and CTS-V's at a fraction of the cost with absolutely no compromise in luxury, and a HUGE upgrade in dependable horsepower (LS's are bulletproof and side of the road serviceable for the most part) gets me all giddy-like...in my humble opinion, this is a GREAT build...

...and now...I'm gonna need some alone time.
Old 07-19-15 | 12:53 AM
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late to this party but how do you plan to deal with the CA Smog regulations? Did you get it BAR ref'd for an engine change sticker?

How did you guys deal with the LS430 ecu and it's integration into the main chassis harness for CAN function?
Old 07-19-15 | 09:07 AM
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Wow this is incredible, I'm not sure how I missed this thread. I don't have the know to tackle something like this but I would definitely consider a shop who was confident they could do this to mine. You have to post a video of reactions of people in this car, I bet they are priceless. I'd probably have a exhaust on mine that was variable so I could make it quieter when I wanted to.
Old 07-21-15 | 12:01 AM
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Awesome!!!
Old 07-21-15 | 06:54 AM
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Though I'd be much more inclined to do this (scratch that...have this done - cause there's no way on earth I'd be able to handle such an undertaking myself) to my SC than my LS, my hat is off to you, dear sir!

Fabulous job!

Now bring that thing over to show off at the Detroit "Woodward Dream Cruise" side-by-side with the original Detroit muscle : http://www.woodwarddreamcruise.com/
Old 04-05-17 | 07:43 AM
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been wanting to do this swap to my 3gs for some time. This thread deserves more pages!
Old 04-05-17 | 07:44 AM
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Also, more info
Old 04-05-17 | 07:49 AM
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Would love to record the callback from my indie, when I drop this car off saying yeah can you replace the timing belt, let's go with the Aisin kit and yes do the tensioner too.

A clutch makes every car mo' better!
Old 04-06-17 | 11:30 AM
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This is amazing man, well done!
Old 04-09-17 | 08:47 AM
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One word. AWESOME!
Old 04-09-17 | 08:19 PM
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Freaking AWESOME!!!
Old 04-10-17 | 08:06 PM
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OK, a little late to the party but, DAM that is sick. How much HP are you getting out of that car ?

You should so do that to a LS460... it would be totally crazy...

Not for me but, DAM I would love a ride in it !
Old 09-15-18 | 03:44 AM
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What wheels are those in your first post. Sick car.. considering doing something similar with an iron block LQ9 and twin rear mount turbos myself ... maybe soon
Old 03-15-24 | 05:46 AM
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Anyone know what happened to this car? OP hasnt posted in years. I wonder if its still around.
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