07' VXR8 Emission

[ringram]

LS1 was dropped because it would not pass new Oz standards hence new L76 and L98 engines in the Holdens. I posted recent comments stating that HSV will be using the new LS3 engine with similar/same heads as L98 with large intake valves which will pass the new Oz standards, likely equivalent to euro4. There are a few threads regarding this on ls1.com.au

So HKG I would wait a while I think you might see a new engine arriving at some stage soon.

Edited by ringram on Thursday 8th November 19:02

[powermat]

LS1 would have passed the euro3 standards fine. I think you'll find they wanted to increase the capacity and the L76 was obvious choice.

[ringram]

"The new engine, codenamed L76, will arrive next month in preparation for stricter emissions regulations that come into force for all new cars sold from January 1 next year.
Drive understands the existing 5.7-litre V8 engine, codenamed LS1 but also known as the Gen III, does not meet the new Euro 3 emissions regulations."

I know I shouldnt believe everything I read, but Ive seen it mentioned in a few places. Probably didnt help that LS1 was dead either..

http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleDetail.as...