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Crossbreed? Heck yes!

The fantastic Chevy LS3 engine on the stand in my garage is going to make a very fun enhancement to my 66 Coronet.

I'm looking forward to it very much!

Everybody's read those theads about ls motors in mopars. Its beat to death. But lets make this into ANOTHER one. Come on, seriously.


Speaking of crossbreeds, look at our country now Sometimes it is better to not experiment and mess with success, you think Why would we want to help our opponents get better parts and make there lifes better



Crossbreeding a powerplant is hotrodding fair game and a standard practice in my book. Same logic applies to transmissions, axles, radiators, shifters, suspension, ect.

Aside from your hurt feelings (most certainly not mine), and the generally crappy attitude of most Mopar Luddites towards and regarding innovation, what's not to like about the LS engine swap. Seriously. If you don't understand the appeal and advantages of the LS platform then that is your problem. Seriously.

I didn't post about my LS3 swap to troll for a fight any more than the OP created this post to lure affirmations and create a "rip on brand X" extravaganza. There is a lot of interest in the swap, though most just keep it quiet to avoid the loudmouth haters.

Even though it's the middle of winter and everyone is cranky, lets be play nice and be civil.



I've asked the same question to those who install them in a GM body. I will agree the basic engine is strong, cheap, and makes decent power. The cheap part only pertains to the engine itself. The rest of the install has way more issues that I stated. The same deal with putting a late Hemi in. Way more than just getting the motor. Not that it's impossible by any means. It's just not the 15 minute, $500, 500HP bolt in that Car Craft makes it out to be. I have to believe a LA bolted into a Mopar would be cheaper, easier and capable of the same basic HP. Now if we're talking 1000+HP racecar stuff with aftermarket parts that's a whole different ballgame. I also agree Hot Rodding is about doing stuff yourself and pushing the envelope. If it's what you like, go for it.Just my 2 cents
Doug