As i posted earlier i was given a 2002 T/A for my 19th b-day. Granted it has no tranny rearend or motor, but that's besides the point. Anyway, i worked a deal out w/ my dad to use his credait card to get it running then ill pay him back. So far i've got the basics, a thunder racing 12-bolt, and a T-56. As far as i know the rearend has 4.10's (at least thats what i ordered). Anyway, my question is, should i buy a bare LS1 block and build it up or buy a crate motor. And any sites with info would be appreciated.


Thanx in advance
Darryl

 

Why not go for the LS6 look at Jim Paces web site they do crate motors LS1/6

 

If you want to buy a block and then go from there, I'd definitely look into getting a 6.0 liter block. If you ever want to go with big cubes (409, 422, etc), you might as well buy it now...and I believe it's about half the price as the LS1 block, about $650-700.

If you want a crate motor, then I'd probably just go with the LS1. Of course, if you don't mind spending another $1500-2000, go with the LS6.