I was trying to find out what I would need to swap an lt5 into my 1991 Rs 3.1. Is there any sites or books on this, I am serious and have located a motor but can it be done without any major problems?? What are some things to look out for? What else will I need to change?? PLease Help.
Thanks Jay

 

I always wanted to do this but did not have the cash. I am doing an LS1 swap instead. You will need the wiring harness, ECM, etc. You will also need a ZF6 transmission to mate to the LT5. Expect to fabricate motor mounts and transmission mounts. Seroius fuel system upgrade will be needed to feed the beast.

Good luck.

 

If I were you I would first of all find someone like TPIS to make a custom wiring harness. You'll need a whole buch of stuff.

 

have you priced an Lt5 engine recently?

or you sure you mean LT5 as in vette ZR1?

 

Yes I ment LT5 out of a ZR1. I have a junkyard in town that has a totaled Vette and I could buy my engine for $2800.00, This is a friend of mine and I know it is the real thing.
JAY

 

Jay, just wondering, where do you live ?

 

I live in North Adams, Mass. The car is located in Upstate New York. This is going to be a project that will take a little while to complete. I am also going to be building a $13,000.00 sound/video system in this beast, overtime.
Jay

 

omg like save some money and buy a house or something instead

 

You buy it for 2800 and I will buy it from you for 5000. This is no joke! If you are getting an LT5 why go hog wild on audio video. Some subtle tunes and a good install on that motor will have you in every v8 enthusiat magazine on the rack!

 

with all that extra weight, whats the point?

besides the LT5 is a VERY overated mill

i'd actually go with an LS1 or LS6 instead