for all the guys thinking of a cool V8 project check this engine, simple little all aluminum 5.3L LS build 491HP Options

[byndbad914]

I have mentioned this combo on and off to a couple of people but I had lost the link to the build... recently ran across it and found out why I lost the link (once it went into a magazine I suspect the build thread needed removed).

http://www.camaroperformers.com/camaro-tec...gine/index.html

Such a sweet little combo, pump gas, even the cheaper build with stock heads made great power. Me thinks a perfect, light-weight all alum ~320ci LS Chevy build for a teener. Keep the 5.3L dish pistons instead of the 4.8L flattops too and the power would come down slightly but ensure running on any pump fuel.

Nice read if considering a V8 project street car.

[andys]

Glad you're warming-up to the LSx motors!

Though a little scant on details, the article does demonstrate the potential of these motors, though one might save a lot of headaches and simply get an L33 all aluminum truck motor which already has the LS6 heads and intake, flat top pistons, and go from there (these are relatively cheap at the truck JY's). Luckily the GEN III motors have lots of interchangeability oppotunities which makes for some interesting combinations. You could for example use the 4.8L crank and rods with an LS1 block and get a 312cu. in. short stroke motor, or a 6.0L block with the same 4.8L crank and rods and get 326 cu. in. All the deck heights work out so that you can match the right pistons, etc.

Good stuff.........

Andys