Would you replace your C5 / C6 engine with and Old iron SBC?
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I am just about to be booted out of PH and really don't care anymore.
I am just about to be booted out of PH and really don't care anymore.
Jon, it's not about technology all the time. It's also about cost so the older iron lump fits the bill even if it's a bit of an anchor. Personally I wouldn't fit an iron lump when an alloy option is superior but if I was on a budget and wanted simplicity I'd fit an rv8
and stick on a turbo. The chevy iron block is viable as is a Buick.
Take a chill pill matey.
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and stick on a turbo. The chevy iron block is viable as is a Buick. Take a chill pill matey.
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Boosted Ls1 said:NO. I can find an LS1 with a t56 on ebay and get it shipped and have you (or someone as good with these lumps) cam it for less than the price of a Goodewrench anchor - IT IS NOT COST. An then sell the t56 or even try to use that and make it even cheaper!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jon, it's not about technology all the time. It's also about cost so the older iron lump fits the bill even if it's a bit of an anchor. Personally I wouldn't fit an iron lump when an alloy option is superior but if I was on a budget and wanted simplicity I'd fit an rv8
Take a chill pill matey.
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jellison said:
Jon, it's not about technology all the time. It's also about cost so the older iron lump fits the bill even if it's a bit of an anchor. Personally I wouldn't fit an iron lump when an alloy option is superior but if I was on a budget and wanted simplicity I'd fit an rv8
Take a chill pill matey.
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Yes but does it really matter? If somebody wants any old iron, let em have it. Some people want a simple life so the goodwrench crate engine may fit the bill for them. We want a bit more so we'll have the latest offerrings, with garnish
Put it this way, your club will always be a bit more exclusive especially if you develop it. To answer your question, nobody would fit an iron block into a c5/c6 because that would be a backward step and the car's computorised to work with the engine and all the other electrical functions.
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>> Edited by Boosted Ls1 on Wednesday 22 March 10:50
Boosted Ls1 said:True I just want to MAKE people realise this - christ they have been raving about the SP6 is so great even with its flaws and now prepared to embrace stone age technology when they can have the latest GM can offer - this is what TVR are looking at - I KNOW....!
Jon, it's not about technology all the time. It's also about cost so the older iron lump fits the bill even if it's a bit of an anchor. Personally I wouldn't fit an iron lump when an alloy option is superior but if I was on a budget and wanted simplicity I'd fit an rv8
Take a chill pill matey.
Boosted.
Yes but does it really matter? If somebody wants any old iron, let em have it. Some people want a simple life so the goodwrench crate engine may fit the bill for them. We want a bit more so we'll have the latest offerrings, with garnish
To answer your question, nobody would fit an iron block into a c5/c6 because that would be a backward step and the car's computorised to work with the engine and all the other electrical functions.
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>> Edited by Boosted Ls1 on Wednesday 22 March 10:50
jellison said:
Jon, it's not about technology all the time. It's also about cost so the older iron lump fits the bill even if it's a bit of an anchor. Personally I wouldn't fit an iron lump when an alloy option is superior but if I was on a budget and wanted simplicity I'd fit an rv8
Take a chill pill matey.
Boosted.
Yes but does it really matter? If somebody wants any old iron, let em have it. Some people want a simple life so the goodwrench crate engine may fit the bill for them. We want a bit more so we'll have the latest offerrings, with garnish
To answer your question, nobody would fit an iron block into a c5/c6 because that would be a backward step and the car's computorised to work with the engine and all the other electrical functions.
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>> Edited by Boosted Ls1 on Wednesday 22 March 10:50
I've got some pics for you, send me your addy
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It still doesn't matter though.
I had a right slagging on an NSX thread for little more than chucking in a few practical pointers in favour of a Corvette as I personally get tired of people saying the NSX is "the only usable supercar" when it's not particularly practical and not particularly a supercar. In fact, I know one bloke who's selling one for that practicality reasons and another who's driven his off the road (ironic after a set-to about grip vs entertaining handling). However, it's never been my aim in life to convert people to Corvettes or demand that they buy one, I just like to raise awareness so people can consider them and arrive at their considered conclusion after considering everything. From some of the people who've bought Corvettes, the softly softly objective approach works better as they arrive t their own conclusion under their own steam. Telling people something is the best simply makes them dig in their heels. However, for a while I was so wound up by a savage personal attack for nothing that I didn't go on the thread for about a week until I'd calmed down a bit.
One reason I tend to avoid the Holden/HSV Forum is that they have such immensely strong beliefs in the cars that any suggestion of an alternative is like running into a Catholic church and asking if they've ever considered Shinto.
I had a right slagging on an NSX thread for little more than chucking in a few practical pointers in favour of a Corvette as I personally get tired of people saying the NSX is "the only usable supercar" when it's not particularly practical and not particularly a supercar. In fact, I know one bloke who's selling one for that practicality reasons and another who's driven his off the road (ironic after a set-to about grip vs entertaining handling). However, it's never been my aim in life to convert people to Corvettes or demand that they buy one, I just like to raise awareness so people can consider them and arrive at their considered conclusion after considering everything. From some of the people who've bought Corvettes, the softly softly objective approach works better as they arrive t their own conclusion under their own steam. Telling people something is the best simply makes them dig in their heels. However, for a while I was so wound up by a savage personal attack for nothing that I didn't go on the thread for about a week until I'd calmed down a bit.
One reason I tend to avoid the Holden/HSV Forum is that they have such immensely strong beliefs in the cars that any suggestion of an alternative is like running into a Catholic church and asking if they've ever considered Shinto.
Jon I think you are missing the point a bit. It might be an old heavy block but it is also a well proven, bullet proof block that sound a lot less work to fit than what you have done. Now I know what you have done and have follwed progress from the start and it has been a lot of work - for many people the simplest option is more important than saving some kilos in weight.
Many could say I'm throwing money away paying for a 368 LT5. Going a similar route to you and buying a new block and some bolt on goodies may well have been cheaper but then I would have lost the unique sound of an LT5 running full chat and dare I say it 'took a step back to pushrod' Point is that an old iron block may be old but all this 'old technology' talk is bull, the whole concept of any internal combustion engine is old hat technology sure new engines run better, longer, cleaner than years ago but thats down to better machining, electronics and design - due mostly to a technology that has advanced - I.T. The basic principle of any engine is years old.
I'm sure you've seen that new HSBC ad on TV by now, don't you agree?? Wouldn't the world be a sad place if we all worked and saved for the same thing ????
Many could say I'm throwing money away paying for a 368 LT5. Going a similar route to you and buying a new block and some bolt on goodies may well have been cheaper but then I would have lost the unique sound of an LT5 running full chat and dare I say it 'took a step back to pushrod' Point is that an old iron block may be old but all this 'old technology' talk is bull, the whole concept of any internal combustion engine is old hat technology sure new engines run better, longer, cleaner than years ago but thats down to better machining, electronics and design - due mostly to a technology that has advanced - I.T. The basic principle of any engine is years old.
I'm sure you've seen that new HSBC ad on TV by now, don't you agree?? Wouldn't the world be a sad place if we all worked and saved for the same thing
????Nothing like a good healthy debate,it really shakes down all the pros and cons of the subject although its vey easy to get sucked into the serious side of things sometimes...i have been just as guilty your honour on a couple of occasion 
My own personal view is at the end of the day this is all a hobby/interest so should it be taken so seriously?,and when it gets personal then the whole debate is wasted
My own personal view is at the end of the day this is all a hobby/interest so should it be taken so seriously?,and when it gets personal then the whole debate is wasted
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