Ls3 crate motor pricing

[kovert]

I have heard from people and seen threads that people are getting ls3 crate motors for 5000 does any one know where ???
I think the cheap price I've found was 6g

[DETON8R]

Best prices I've seen are at crate engine depot.

There are two diferent prices, one for replacement engines (i.e. STOCK) and there is a premium for GM Performance engines.

http://www.crateenginedepot.com/store/62-Ltr---379-CID-L99---GM-ENGINE-2010-2010-New-12631106-P9056C274.aspx
Reman LS3 - $5300

http://www.crateenginedepot.com/store/LS3-62L-CrateEngine-old-19244097-new-19258770-P1897C0.aspx
New complete LS3 - $6300

Just depends what you are looking for I guess.

[kovert]

you the man thanks

[strtcar]

I agree, createenginedepot seems to have best prices around.

[out2kayak]

For what it's worth, Pace Performance has 'em for $6119.95.

http://paceperformance.com/i-7141040-19258770-ls3-6-2l-430hp-gen-iv-engine.html

Save you a couple hundred over Crateenginedepot.com.

That said, be sure to check the costs on shipping. There are many folks out there that jack up the shipping price so they can list a lower price.

I have not yet ordered from Pace.

One person who I have ordered many parts from and have always had great service at a great price is Jeff Tate at Days Chevrolet. I would run the question by him -- you already know the ball park price. See what he has to say.

jtate at dayschevrolet dot com. :thumbsup:

No, I don't have any association with him (other than him selling me parts).:yes:

:cheers:

[John510]

I buy my stuff from Superior Chevy in Kansas.

http://www.superchevyperformance.com/19258770_LS3_6_2L_Crate_Engine_p/19258770.htm

Longblocks are only 4699$ and crate $6166

[6D9 Matt]

So on top of the cost of the crate engine, how much more money will have to be shelled out to to get it up and running (electronics, etc)?

Im asking bc I have a 69 Camaro with a GM crate 350 and a T56 magnum, and in the next year or so Im looking to either go LSx or maybe just go BBC (468-496").

[John510]

So on top of the cost of the crate engine, how much more money will have to be shelled out to to get it up and running (electronics, etc)?

Im asking bc I have a 69 Camaro with a GM crate 350 and a T56 magnum, and in the next year or so Im looking to either go LSx or maybe just go BBC (460-496").


Oil pan - 400
Harness kit, DBW, PCM, Pedal, MAF, etc - 800
Driveshaft - ?

[awr68]

Oil pan - 400
Harness kit, DBW, PCM, Pedal, MAF, etc - 800
Driveshaft - ?

Might need a new trany as well, sounds like he has the LT1 T56?

[rfrankb4]

do not forget fuel system which could be 150ish for inline, 240ish for tankinc setup or 1k++ for a new tank well set up for a LS motor. Do the included manifolds work for these cars? They likely would not work for my chevelle. either way there will be some work an dmoney in the exhaust changes. And take my word for it the small stuff will nickle and dime you to death hoses, connectors, extra wires to clean it up, fixing other problems you notice, fluids, that cam swap to make more power while you are at it...

[6D9 Matt]

Might need a new trany as well, sounds like he has the LT1 T56?

If you are speaking of me, I have a T56 Magnum... so would work fine with the LSx setup. Would need a few scattershield though...

[rusty63ss]

If you are speaking of me, I have a T56 Magnum... so would work fine with the LSx setup. Would need a few scattershield though...

So are you saying that I can just change the bellhousing to the LS and it will work?

I thought the T56 that works with the GenI & GenII motors have a different input shaft length.

[DETON8R]

I started looking at going with a crate engine and off the shelf tranny, then buying all the associated parts for DETONATOR, and after realizing just how much I would have to buy, getting a compete wrecked car was going to be the most economical choice, for my situation anyway. Side benefit is selling parts I didn't need to get some money back. And I'm using the seats from the wrecked late model and the dash. Sorry to get off topic, this is about the drive line...

I've got the drive way for two dead cars, not everybody has that luxury. I also have the luxury of an understanding wife, big luxury there!!! Another factor to consider.

Still need to buy headers ($500-800), oil pan/oil pick-up tube/oil filter set up ($400-600) and some MAF/intake/air filter parts ($0-???). Wiring harness needs to modified ($400 to 800), and computer tuned, or you can buy a Painless replacement harness/computer ($700 - $900). Not sure about AC at the moment. I am going to try to reuse radiator, all engine accessories and pulleys, hydraulic clutch master/throw out bearing, stock clutch setup/bell housing. DETONATOR has a Chassisworks replacement sub frame, so the motor/tranny mounts were part of the subframe package.

So there are a few costs that will be there no matter what, however if you are mechanically inclined and willing to work through re-engineering stock GM parts you can save some serious coin. One benefit is all the parts that come off the donor car work together, and there are no headaches from buying the wrong aftermarket part, returning it and swapping parts until you get the right one.

Also out here in the California Bay Area , there is a place that will pull a complete engine/trans combo from the radiator hoses to the engine tail shaft, modify the harness/computer, etc. for a set price, including pedal for throttle by wire applications, Pacific Fab. The package is pretty much plug and play with a few wires to connect to the engine/trans, connect up the hoses and you are in business, and it cost less than the cost of just the crate engine and tranny.

New is good, I understand why you want to go that way, and the waranty on the engine and trans starts when you buy them, the clock is ticking while you get all the parts together and then finally get it runnuing.

Just my 2 cents...

[rusty63ss]

If you are patient you can do the harness yourself. I started with a stock '04 Vette harness with DBW. I did mine and it seems to work fine.
Then I had Tom M reprogram my PCM I think it was $250 plus shipping. He is always on LS1 Tech and Steve's Nova Site. Great guy.

[70rs]

So are you saying that I can just change the bellhousing to the LS and it will work?

I thought the T56 that works with the GenI & GenII motors have a different input shaft length.

The LT and LS style T56 trans are different. The input shaft.

[pragmatist]

Best prices I've seen are at crate engine depot.

There are two diferent prices, one for replacement engines (i.e. STOCK) and there is a premium for GM Performance engines.

http://www.crateenginedepot.com/store/62-Ltr---379-CID-L99---GM-ENGINE-2010-2010-New-12631106-P9056C274.aspx
Reman LS3 - $5300

http://www.crateenginedepot.com/store/LS3-62L-CrateEngine-old-19244097-new-19258770-P1897C0.aspx
New complete LS3 - $6300

Just depends what you are looking for I guess.

I think the greatest difference is the $1200.00 core charge. The performance engine does not have one.