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Originally Posted by PAUL K
Not sure but I think the OP asked what is the point of switching to an LS engine... But sometimes these threads go a little bit sideways
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Good point. I love my Pontiac and considered "modernizing" it with SFI / COP etc. There's thread on here where a cam sensor, to install in place of the distributor, is $750!!! then factor in the crank trigger setup, aftermarket intake/fuel rails /injectors individual coils etc... OUCH! A day at the pick n pull you can have everything for $300-$400. Of course you'll still need high pressure pump and lines.
Cost and Fuel economy is hard to beat with the LS. I can never get more than 10mpg in my Pontiac but I'm a street strip car with emphasis on strip (450-500hp is my guestimate)
When all my Pontiac parts expire, I'll definitely consider an alternative engine but something tells me that will never happen since I've hoarded so many heads/blocks over the years.