Steven Zimmerman Posted June 10, 2013 Posted June 10, 2013 I would be interested in this with the AUTOMATIC trans ! Headers or exhaust manifolds too, even though I know they may be application specific....If I'm going to put this engine in an older Chevy, the exhaust port spacing does not match up to the older manifolds or tubing headers....'Z'
LOBBS Posted June 10, 2013 Author Posted June 10, 2013 (edited) I've had a couple of PMs and emails inquiring about an automatic transmission. The most current GM automatic for the would be found in the Revell '10 Camaro SS. I've got one that I've never opened so I'll hack the tranny off that kit and send it along with the T-56 six speed. As far as exhaust manifolds go, the ones closest in layout to those of the 60s-70s with the four ports dumping into a common log that turns down near the firewall can be found in the Revell Silverado. One of the hands has a heat shield molded into it. I have not looked at the '10 Camaro SS manifolds to see if they are any better. The C5 and C6 mainfolds are kinda funky in where the flange turns down to meet the exhaust and I don't remember exactly what the 98-02 F-body manifolds look like exactly other than the didn't look right compared to the vintage manifolds. I'll do some digging and post pics for input from you guys. Edited June 10, 2013 by LOBBS
LOBBS Posted June 13, 2013 Author Posted June 13, 2013 Just got word from Manny at VCG that the master for the LS7 has finally arrived at his shop. As soon as the molds are a go I'll get up some pics and they'll be ready to take orders. My wife's grandmother passed away this week so I've been tied up with family business. I will get the masters for the six-speed manual (T-56) and automatic trannies (6L80 from the '10 Camaro SS) out as soon as possible along with the exhaust manifolds. The trannies will be correct for not only the LS motors but also traditional SBCs and BBCs.
matthijsgrit Posted June 15, 2013 Posted June 15, 2013 (edited) I'm sorry to read about your loss. Edited June 16, 2013 by matthijsgrit
dimaxion Posted June 15, 2013 Posted June 15, 2013 I'm sorry to read about your loss.Looking forward to pics though ...I also am sorry for your loss . God Bless .. Thanx ..
LOBBS Posted June 17, 2013 Author Posted June 17, 2013 I just got off the phone with VCG. They had sent me some pics of the first parts out over the weekend but the email never made it to my phone. Everything looks good in the pics he sent me and he wants to get some better ones to post here. They will be ready to take orders on Monday the 24th so that he has some time to build an inventory to fill the first rush of orders. After talking with him, they will be available as the full motor with a manual, full motor with the automatic as well as having the two trannies available as a stand alone item. I'll get the new pics up as soon as they hit my inbox.
george 53 Posted June 17, 2013 Posted June 17, 2013 Kyle, is there a website or addy to order them from? Is he READY for a BUNCHA orders, or should I wait a few weeks? i KNOW how crazy things can get when a GOOD resin caster offers a GOOD product! I'm wantin a few for sure!
LOBBS Posted June 17, 2013 Author Posted June 17, 2013 Kyle, is there a website or addy to order them from? Is he READY for a BUNCHA orders, or should I wait a few weeks? i KNOW how crazy things can get when a GOOD resin caster offers a GOOD product! I'm wantin a few for sure! VCG's website is here. I know that the crate motor with the manual tranny is ready to go as I have seen the test shots. The automatic will be ready soon. He had me post next Monday as the official release date so that he has this week to build inventory and be ready.http://vcgresin.atspace.com
Project510 Posted June 17, 2013 Posted June 17, 2013 I am deff interested also, Great work putting all this together. Deff post the website and photos!
LOBBS Posted June 19, 2013 Author Posted June 19, 2013 (edited) Masters for the T-56 six-speed manual. And the 6L80 six-speed auto. I just have to clean up a little flash and drop these in the mail. Edited June 19, 2013 by LOBBS
LOBBS Posted June 20, 2013 Author Posted June 20, 2013 I was just over at VCG's site finishing up the bits and pieces I want to add to my order and noticed they've added the LS7 to the top of their page. Manny is planning on sending me some more pics to post here but you guys can get a sneak peek there.http://vcgresin.atspace.com
mikemodeler Posted June 20, 2013 Posted June 20, 2013 I just might have to create an order for Manny, that engine you mastered looks great!
LOBBS Posted June 20, 2013 Author Posted June 20, 2013 I almost forgot. There were a couple of guys that asked about exhaust manifolds and these from the Revell '10 Camaro SS I felt were the best option of all the various Revell LS motor-in-kit-form options. I cut them off at the flange to remove the cats and I think they will serve well to fit a lot of different configurations.
JamesW Posted June 20, 2013 Posted June 20, 2013 Nice. I'll need one of those as well as a few serpentine pulley sets. Guess i better start saving some pennies.
LOBBS Posted June 21, 2013 Author Posted June 21, 2013 With this dropping Monday, and I have no doubt that it will be a success, what do you guys want to see next? We've already added the automatic version and the exhaust manifolds into the mix based on feedback from here. I think that the supercharged LS9 from the ZR1 would be a no brainer. Or a carb'd intake. Perhaps the flatter dry-sump oil pan that is used in some 1:1 builds. Manny has briefly mentioned in one of our conversations wanting to do more with this based on the buzz that he's seen here on MCM.
66belair Posted June 21, 2013 Posted June 21, 2013 Anything that the aftermarket is selling that is high performance it should sell,this a long time coming. Now if we can get someone to do some newer style billet wheels I would be all set.
matthijsgrit Posted June 21, 2013 Posted June 21, 2013 I would like to see one of these twin-turboed... That's because I haven't found a setup I would be comfortable with and I don't have the skills to do this myself....
Exotics_Builder Posted June 22, 2013 Posted June 22, 2013 With this dropping Monday, and I have no doubt that it will be a success, what do you guys want to see next? We've already added the automatic version and the exhaust manifolds into the mix based on feedback from here. I think that the supercharged LS9 from the ZR1 would be a no brainer. Or a carb'd intake. Perhaps the flatter dry-sump oil pan that is used in some 1:1 builds. Manny has briefly mentioned in one of our conversations wanting to do more with this based on the buzz that he's seen here on MCM. The ZR-1 LS9 manifold/supercharger in layout is unique to the ZR-1. The crate engine available is the LSA (ZL-1 or CTS-V) and a variation is the Edelbrock supercharger. The LSA is slightly different than the LS9. Those would be more prototypical for real car use and pro-touring models.
LOBBS Posted June 22, 2013 Author Posted June 22, 2013 The ZR-1 LS9 manifold/supercharger in layout is unique to the ZR-1. The crate engine available is the LSA (ZL-1 or CTS-V) and a variation is the Edelbrock supercharger. The LSA is slightly different than the LS9. Those would be more prototypical for real car use and pro-touring models. Thanks for the heads up on the differences.
Exotics_Builder Posted June 22, 2013 Posted June 22, 2013 Thanks for the heads up on the differences. I've been researching this for a model build. LSA engine: and LS9: and Edelbrock supercharger option:
LOBBS Posted June 23, 2013 Author Posted June 23, 2013 I've been researching this for a model build. LSA engine: and LS9: and Edelbrock supercharger option: I was hoping that the ZR1 LS9 setup would work as that would be fairly straightforward. After seeing these pics, there is quite a bit more scratching to be done. The upper part of the manifold for sure. I'll have to pick up a ZR1 and see how that kit's pieces are laid out to see if it'll make a good base to start from.
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