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Old 08-13-2009, 10:27 PM   #1
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2.8L to a 5.7 LS1
I have an 89 camaro with at the moment a 2.8L v6 with an auto trans. I just bought a LT1 for it and i am wondering what i need to change and if there is a kit for swapping tbi for a tpi wiring harness??
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think you might need the wire harness & computer for the ls1 if im not mistaken?
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Which is it, LT1 or LS1?
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are you talking about LS1 or LT1? heading says one, post says another... and why are you looking for a TBI or TPI harness?? going 2.8 to LS or even LT for that matter, you would need the engine harness meant for LS or LT
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He would also need his stock harness to cut up
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