Originally Posted by
Z28ricer
No I didnt say I have more money in my drivetrain than a built SR, I said i've got about the same into it as a properly done sr swap, as in just a basic motorset, fmic, clutch, radiator.. To compare, about $3k, engine/trans/clutch/cam upgrade, maybe 3500... for a 420 or so rwhp setup, with a NEW LS7 corvette clutch, a 6 spd manual with two overdrive gears and the ability to handle a hell of a lot of power, an alternator that puts out 155 amps, etc...
Uhh are you really trying to say the SR clutch and transmission are perfect ? Sorry but again at the levels of power i'll be putting down the stock SR transmission will be about as useful as a T5, and the itty bitty teeenie clutch is far from perfect also.
LS7's are NOT cheap. Most LS7 longblocks go for about 7 - 10k (depending on if they come with wiring ecu e.t.c.). You will make lots of power/tq with a LS7 right out of the box (i.e. stock) but it will not be cheap. Infact it may end up costing you almost as much as a 500rwhp SR (that is with more reliability and more streetable room to grow).