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Old 02-04-2009, 01:58 PM
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Default Help choosing LS engine

So I was thinking about getting a Mast Motorsports LSX454 but I started thinking about it more and I really want the car done some time in the next few years. Although it looks like a sweet motor and I would love to have it, it would run me $16500 without pulleys and accessories. I can buy alot for that kind of money. I was looking at the new GM Performance catalog and see they have a new LS3 that puts out 480hp and it's just under $6500. I was searching for aftermarket stuff for the engine as I really want to be over the 500hp mark. I couldn't find much for it. This brings me to my question....of the LS crate engines, which ones have the most aftermarket power addons? I see alot for the LS1, LS2 and LS6. When I do get the engine, I want one with the the LS1 style intake. My goal is to get a crate engine around 5 or 6k and get some addons to put me over the 500hp mark. Unfortunately I don't have the funds right now, so I'm trying to plan ahead. I know nothing about LS engines so any information would greatly help and be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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Pro Touring 68 Acadian(Nova)
Speedtech subframe with high clearance control arms
Prodigy Bar rear suspension
Ridetech single adjustable coilovers
Wilwood 12.2" brakes
New Gen Splitters
LS3 and TKO600

Link to my build: https://lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=14349

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