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**Nima** · 05-12-2017, 03:11 PM

Thanks guys. I have read that these engines are build to last. Also I have read since these are truck/suv engines and built with a high end torque, iron block with good flow stock aluminum heads, they respond well with a simple upgrades such as cam swap and a set of headers for use in muscle cars.

05-12-2017, 03:11 PM	#8
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,169	Re: Updating a LM7 for transplant Thanks guys. I have read that these engines are build to last. Also I have read since these are truck/suv engines and built with a high end torque, iron block with good flow stock aluminum heads, they respond well with a simple upgrades such as cam swap and a set of headers for use in muscle cars. __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner Last edited by Nima; 05-13-2017 at 12:18 AM.