What kind of transmission do I need for a LS engine?
For those of you who want to bang through the gears for an exciting driving experience, we recommend the T56 or TR6060 transmissions. With the correct flywheel and clutch (sourced from the donor vehicle of your transmission), either of these transmissions can easily bolt up to any LS engine you are using.
Do you need a new harness for your LS engine?
You can buy a stand-alone harness, have a new harness custom built or rewire the harness that came with your LS engine. In most cases, people end up having the harness that came with their LS engine rewired. This option is cost effective and can be done easily by a professional who has experience with these harnesses.
What was the top speed of a 1998 Ram Air Trans Am?
The Ram Air Trans Am didn’t just talk the talk, but could also walk the walk like no T/A before it. In the April/May ‘98 issue of Sports Car International Magazine, a ’98 Ram Air T/A put down a 5.3-second 0-60 mph and finished the 1/4-mile in 13.45 at 105 mph. For a car costing less than $30k, this was astounding to say the least.
What’s the difference between a LS and LS1 flywheel?
This particular flywheel is .400 inches thicker than the standard LS flywheel, which makes up for the difference of the LS crank being .400 inches further behind the bellhousing. Adapter brackets are available from Street and Performance and Detroit Speed for mounting the hydraulic master cylinder to the firewall behind the brake booster.
Can a low fluid level cause a car to shift poorly?
Not only can a low fluid level cause your car to shift poorly, it can eventually lead to transmission damage, and a costly repair. If your car seems to be losing fluid on a regular basis, you may have a leak. Is your transmission leaking? Checking for leaks isn’t as trying as it may seem.
Is it good to swap LS manifolds for headers?
Switching to headers will help you gain top-end horsepower, while keeping your factory LS manifolds will retain low-end torque. Headers do a great job of waking up an LS engine and they also sound great. Since this has become a popular swap, many big header manufacturers make swap headers.
Can a LS swap be done on an original automatic?
For owners of classic musclecars already equipped with a serviceable, original automatic, this will be the simplest (and least expensive) solution when doing an LS swap.