being that t-56's cost an arm and a leg and i already have a beefed up t-5 settup. whats involved with adapting a t-5 to a 5.3? i heard the bellhousing should work minus one hole. what flywheel, clutch, pilot bushing would i use. and also it would need to have computer tuning for the speedo cal, and removing the 4l60e, correct?
For the flywheel/pilot I would get one for running any other pre-LS manual, and get the correct size clutch for the LT1 trans. Thought about this myself in the past. I may just look for whichever I can find at the best price when I actually have the money, and get the appropriate flywheel, etc.
thanks man...
the flywheel will bolt up? if thats the case, i pretty much have everything already... hmmm...
prolly another stupid question but are all LSx motors internal balance? i've been searching around but can't seem to find a straight answer...
the flywheel will bolt up? if thats the case, i pretty much have everything already... hmmm...
prolly another stupid question but are all LSx motors internal balance? i've been searching around but can't seem to find a straight answer...
xdeadboox said:
If you have an LS-specific one. I haven't done any research, but with all the other things out for LS motors, I see no reason why there isn't one (or 5) already being produced. I'll do some lookin', got some free time
One link I've found so far:
http://ls1tech.com/forums/showpost.php?p=4957556&postcount=24
I've seen mention of others, but it appears to be pricey ($500+) at first look... I'm going to see if I can find out what I'd need to run my 3-speed, otherwise I'll just find a cheap 200R4 for now and some deeper gears.
*EDIT*
More links, might update more...
http://ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=816726&highlight=flywheel
Some said they've run the fine-splined clutch designed for the LS, the only major difference overall is all '01+ LS motors have a .400" deeper pilot, not allowing for proper bushing engagement as you would have with a typical SBC. Found a Lakewood housing designed for older GM transmissions (no T56):
http://tinyurl.com/ytjmo8
Looks like it'll be over $300 easy for it though (upside is it's SFI approved) :?
Looks like I'd be finding myself an auto to run... I'd have to come up with my own bracket for the clutch Z-Bar I believe.
