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Engine Suggestion ?
Quick question which I know will probably be turned into flaming...
My friend recently acquired an LT1 shortblock for free and is willing to give it to me for my 87 IROC project. Now originally I was looking for an LS1 setup, but know the LT1 is a stronger motor and can be faster once opened up. I have a daily driver, so the IROC is going to be a fun and fast weekend/track car. I intend on it being a 10 second car, or possibly a little faster (maybe mid-high 9's).
Should I take the free Shortblock and do my research on that and build it up (Heads, Cam, Stronger Pistons, etc.) or keep looking for an LS1 that'll probably run me a good 2000 - $3000 for a stocker/lightly modded longblock. My theory is that since the LT1 bolts up easier anyway, and is an iron block vs. aluminum, it might be a better setup. I just don't want to go the cheaper route and end up unhappy, but if the cheaper route is the same or a little better anyway...might as well.
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