Computer Diagnostics and Tuning Technical discussion on diagnostics and programming of the F-body computers

Best PCM to use with LSx Swap

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 07-15-2012, 07:05 AM
  #1  
Registered User
Thread Starter
 
djxib's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2009
Posts: 19
Best PCM to use with LSx Swap

Not sure if this is the right place to post this question, please accept my apologies if I should have posted elsewhere.

We are building a drift car and have a built LS2 ready to go in. The chassis was originally a Nissan 240 but all the original wiring is pretty much gone. We have been told that the best option (in terms of price) is to get a camaro PCM and harness to run the LS motor.

I'm familiar with the basics of SD tuning (with a 92 Corvette / boosted LTx motor) but not so much with MAF tuning.

So - what year PCM/Harness would you guys recommend? The motor is around 550 at the crank NA, so we'll also need to make sure the MAF is big enough and the PCM tables can deal with that kind of airflow.

Thanks!
djxib is offline  
Old 07-15-2012, 08:11 AM
  #2  
Administrator
 
Injuneer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 1998
Location: Hell was full so they sent me to NJ
Posts: 70,648
Re: Best PCM to use with LSx Swap

Check here:

EFI Connection, LLC - Welcome to www.eficonnection.com
Injuneer is offline  
Old 07-15-2012, 08:57 AM
  #3  
Registered User
Thread Starter
 
djxib's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2009
Posts: 19
Re: Best PCM to use with LSx Swap

Originally Posted by Injuneer
Hey Fred - I had a look at the site and while they offer a good deal on a used LS1 PCM ($110) all their other stuff focuses on bringing a LTx or SBC motor up to LS spec.

Since we already have a LS motor, all we need is a PCM and harness. We will run a standard throttle body (i.e. not 'by wire'), so I'm assuming that any 97 thru '04 LS PCM will work - including Silverado, Camaro.. etc.?
djxib is offline  
Old 07-15-2012, 04:30 PM
  #4  
Administrator
 
Injuneer's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 1998
Location: Hell was full so they sent me to NJ
Posts: 70,648
Re: Best PCM to use with LSx Swap

They claim they have been building harnesses for GM engines since 2003. Are you saying that is not true?
Injuneer is offline  
Old 07-15-2012, 04:56 PM
  #5  
Registered User
Thread Starter
 
djxib's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2009
Posts: 19
Re: Best PCM to use with LSx Swap

Originally Posted by Injuneer
They claim they have been building harnesses for GM engines since 2003. Are you saying that is not true?
Oh no - not at all. Just that their focus seems to be bringing older gen small and big blocks up to scratch with later PCMs. I may even use them for the harness if I cant get a harness with the used PCM.

One of the reason's I'm asking about a vehicle specific LS PCM is we have access to a lot of used car parts (and we can also get new parts at dealer cost).

The question is simply if I am going to get a used PCM, which one would be the best starting point for my LS swap. Thanks!
djxib is offline  
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
DirtyDaveW
Forced Induction
13
12-01-2016 05:37 PM
thenewkid
LT1 Based Engine Tech
4
04-12-2015 07:42 PM
Hotrods&Muscle
Parts For Sale
13
01-28-2015 09:35 PM
Hotrods&Muscle
LS1 Based Engine Tech
3
12-21-2014 03:57 PM
Ricardo
Computer Diagnostics and Tuning
0
11-29-2014 10:58 AM



Quick Reply: Best PCM to use with LSx Swap



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:03 PM.