[Z Code 400]

Andrew,

My buddy thinks this is a 5.3 litre, but I would have to look at the block to be sure. That would be the modest 320 HP/340 lb/ft TQ version I believe, but it would open up the the basic configuration for a more aggressive engine at a later date.

I do like the 9.50:1 SCR of the LM7 though....at least for a carbureted application...Plus, the complete engine is free.

I looked at a first generation Camaro website where they installed a LS1 with the cast oil pan and iron manifolds with no modifications, so I don't think my steering shaft would be an issue in my second generation car.

I know there are some similarities between your GTO and the Firebird, but what exactly can I use from your swap???

I found a steel bell housing for the LS1 with a mechanical clutch setup (since I would not want to move my floor hump back) I would stick with the Muncie.

I really like the EFI, but want to retain the ram air system. Besides, the engine has no intake, so I would have to scare everything up from scratch and C4 stuff is very pricey these days...:-) Since my car is a factory non-A/C car, everything is even more simple when it comes to swapping the motor.

Now, if I could just find a Q-Jet pattern LS1 intake and keep the factory air cleaner.....or, adpat the EFI to accept the functional ram air hood....Robert