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But AU XRs have different suspension, IRS, setup to base models i think |
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BA MK11 XR8 ENFORCER NOW SADLY GONE My build that was http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=11267696 ENVI BA XR6T BUILD THREAD..http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=11345961 TAKEN BY THE EX NOW A EL FUTURA EB MONTY NOW IN THE SHED BACK IN THE E-SERIES THREAD DIGGEr |
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well sorry i nataly thougth it beeng a newer car it would be better
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WHOA! :togo: 1. the 500hp comment.. I have been told that the stock 5.0 block in my xr8 will only handle 500hp before it starts to crack/split... I dont have 500hp lol Dont know why i deserved to be called a bogan.. seriously... I was looking at crate motors in general, not just LS motors... I plan on giving my engine alot of sh$^ and my current engine is not up to the task, it was a thrash mobile b4 i got it... So i was thinking about getting an alrady built engine... Settle down mate |
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nothing lol
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Welder/Fabricator at Beaudesert Exhuast Posted by Xcabbi, Does it slap or rattle? Rattle is more to do with timing chains and tensioners. Slap is more to do with lifters, rings, bearings or GENIII boat anchors |
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This is NOT inteneded to start an arguement
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I reckon this would be doable for between $5k and $8k - a lot cheaper than a stroker or a good I6T setup. Personally, I say go for it, and document it, as it may be something others will then use. An engine is an engine - the soul will still be ford though.
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Give the ba some time, although it might never as the FG is out and better than ever ford have made a great car awsome.
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BA MK11 XR8 ENFORCER NOW SADLY GONE My build that was http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=11267696 ENVI BA XR6T BUILD THREAD..http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=11345961 TAKEN BY THE EX NOW A EL FUTURA EB MONTY NOW IN THE SHED BACK IN THE E-SERIES THREAD DIGGEr |
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Are all the LS engines the same size? ls1,ls2etc |
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you dont know the life span of an LS motor. saving 250kg will aid in acceleration and change of direction. crash test: its still an AU the donk wont change a thing.
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I don't often hear the sound of a screaming LSX. But when I do, So do the neighbours.. GO SOUTHS
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If you want a nose heavy pig that is only good for straight lines go a 5.4. If you have deep pockets and are 3/4 crazy go a 4.6 like CAT600. If you want to go a tries and tested route and have a bit of dosh and know someone who is known to be able to build a Windsor then go the 347. If you want something a little different then may I suggest a low comp blown 331 stroker. For the costs and hassle involved in getting an LS engine into the AU I personally would go the blown 331. On another note some of the posts in here that are basically just waste of bandwidth rubbish disappoint me. Some here really need to have a little think and grow up. Abusing a bloke just because he has a different idea to the norm is not what car modding is about IMO. If it weren't for the guys that ask the questions and try something different we'd all be driving white Camry's and nothing would ever change.
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I don't often hear the sound of a screaming LSX. But when I do, So do the neighbours.. GO SOUTHS
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lol ugly duck lol the au still cops that it anoys me so much ![]() but i love them thats why i have one :P i was thinking of replaceing my Power steering rack with a BA or bf one to improve the handaling and new say bars and other things is the BA BF poer steering rack on the ba /bf better then the au??
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honestly i would love to see somebody give it a go, i think it's definitely doable and i think youd be able to do it for less than it would cost for a 347
for reliability, i dont think anyone is going to question the windsor over the ls1 but who says he is going to clock up the kays like that? its his car and it would take some balls to go through with a project like that, whether you think the money is better spent elsewhere is irrelevant, the AU is an 11 year old car and i am glad people are still having new ideas for it, whilst its not something i would ever do i would love to see it attempted out of sheer curiosity also frd906, you dont want to start arguments about peoples choices with regards to their cars because youve annoyed more than enough people on these forums. ever notice that people tend to argue with you far more than others? there is a reason for this redauxr8, i doubt you will go through with this but hey its an idea and i think it should be open for discussion and not abuse
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But seriously, im interested in this to? Anyone know? |
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Back to the OP. If your a Ford man, dont put an LS engine in there. You would never hear the end of it. Some options - Aftermarket block Sourcing a 351 windsor (stronger) from the states Boss conversion. Or 4.6. |
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I have thought about dropping the LS into my AU XR too...
Once I have the available funds, there is no doubt that I will do it too. Honestly, I prefer the sound of the LS over the Boss...
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lifting the bonnet on an AU with an LS motor would be like lifting the skirt of a tranny. Given the engineering costs of this would be staggering, i would assume an aftermarket block like Dart, etc and a set of whizz bang alloy heads would be cheaper. And it would make an LS look like a lump of molten coke can....
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well ive always wanted to shove a 351 clevo in my AU just straight carbi fed pure grunt, they perfomed great in the old tanks and with the AU being lighter i could only wonder what it could do.
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But i would bemore inclined to go whitline.
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but a clevo in an AU would most certainly be awesome
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yeh just a mild clevo, but would deff need to do diff and gear box to put up with the torque of the thing. lol if driveline was to be left stock i have a feeling id have a tail shaft or something come through the floor.
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Yeh, the old 150kw 351s were great, weren't they? That idea is actually worse than putting an LS1 in as the car would never be legal!
frd906 - I have refained from answering any of your posts but "Ford's emission laws"? Are you serious? Do some reading and educate yourself before posting the crap you post.
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