Penny's new little sister?

[JamesD]

My only suggestion is to keep the billet to a bare minimum, ideally none.

[trapin]

Ron....GM offers the carbed LS2 primarily because it's easier to put in a classic car than the FI is. There are still a lot of "Old School" guys out there that don't want to mess with the computer stuff. It's just an option that caters to another segment of customers.

And like Steve said, they will perform a little better then the FI motors. It's focus is probably more towards Drag Racing then road racing. I doubt I'll miss the few horsepower I'll lose for the convenience of the PCM and Fuel Injection.

[Steve1968LS2]

Originally Posted by formula98

I would also like to know why GM would put a Carb version of the LS2 out if there wasn't something to it.

Because the carb is cool, many people fell more comfortable with a carb, and there was a demand for this sort of set-up.

Plus it does make a bit more power.


The key to doing EFI with these engines is to use as much GM stuff as you can. If you can find it used even better. Once you go aftermarket then the EFI approach gets REAL expensive really fast.

I will most likely build it both ways so we can see exactly how much it cost both ways and the power difference. I think that would be useful info.

[Steve1968LS2]

Originally Posted by JamesD

My only suggestion is to keep the billet to a bare minimum, ideally none.

Yea, I agree.. there really isn't THAT much on Penny.. the taillights and hinges mostly. Damn, black hinges would be SOO sweet though... lol

First go around will be to hit budget target.. Once I get that done I can add some higher end components.

I started doing some math and building a PT Camaro is tough to do..even on $30k.. but I think I have a plan.

[formula98]

Originally Posted by trapin

Ron....GM offers the carbed LS2 primarily because it's easier to put in a classic car than the FI is. There are still a lot of "Old School" guys out there that don't want to mess with the computer stuff. It's just an option that caters to another segment of customers.

And like Steve said, they will perform a little better then the FI motors. It's focus is probably more towards Drag Racing then road racing. I doubt I'll miss the few horsepower I'll lose for the convenience of the PCM and Fuel Injection.

Thanks Tony, I love the look of the Carb setup, but I also like the way the FI feels (love the milage also). You guys have me thinking and will do some more home work! Thanks for the advice. I've had the LS1 in my 98 Formula I loved it. I only did a few mods and it was fast!

[formula98]

Originally Posted by Steve1968LS2

The key to doing EFI with these engines is to use as much GM stuff as you can. If you can find it used even better. Once you go aftermarket then the EFI approach gets REAL expensive really fast.

I will most likely build it both ways so we can see exactly how much it cost both ways and the power difference. I think that would be useful info.

Thanks Steve, I'll watch your builds and continue picking up parts along the way. I hope to have the first one in my 80 this summer (It's still in California and I'm now in Michigan). I'm looking for parts now and will post what I find and a what price so you can use the numbers for reference!

[formula98]

Any chance you can do a comparison of a Victor Jr that is FI using fuel rails and a throttle body the setup looks like a carb but is FI. I would be interested in possibly doing something like that. Do you know if you can use the stock harness and ECU with this type of setup?

[formula98]

I started a new thread here https://lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=13490 I don't know if it is in the right section (Engine), but I have asked for help with the parts I'm going to need to do the FI.

I purchased an LS1 intake off of ebay for $127.50 so I'm on my way.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=160207177177

I appologize for hijacking your post.

Thanks for all the great input.

[pro-touring nova]

i am with alot of peaple make is car low dollor,use the stock sub frame,use 5.3 with carb set up, you could use 200r4 for the trans,ls1 rear brakes,and use the hotchkis suspension set up for the car,that my .02 cents

[1984 camaro]

20 years ago the seller would have asked 500.00 bucks for that car and I would have passed on it. Looks like a good clean car.