The easiest 5.3 that I can find. Here's a list in order of priortiy: | Years | Name | Displacement | Power / Torque | VIN Code | Note | | ----- | ---- | ------------ | -------------- | -------- | --------------- | | 07-13 | LC9 | 5300 cc | 315 / 335 | 3 / 7 | Aluminum block! | | 07-14 | LMG | 5300 cc | 320 / 340 | 0 | Flex Fuel LY5 | | 07-09 | LY5 | 5300 cc | 320 / 340 | J | | | 05-09 | LH6 | 5300 cc | 300 / 335 | M | Aluminum block! | | 05-07 | L33 | 5300 cc | 310 / 335 | B | Aluminum block! | | 03-05 | LM4 | 5300 cc | 290 / 325 | P | Aluminum block! | | 08-09 | LY2 | 4800 cc | 275 / 300 | C | Smol Boi | | 99-07 | LR4 | 4800 cc | 260 / 285 | V | Smol boi | ## Tools I'll need two main tools: 1. Engine Hoist - https://www.harborfreight.com/1-ton-capacity-foldable-shop-crane-58794.html $269.00 2. Engine Stand - https://www.harborfreight.com/automotive/lifts-cranes-stands/engine-stands.html $99.00 ## Engine Cost I'm going to get this engine from the junkyard. Here's the prices for things: | Part | Vendor | Cost | | ---------------------- | ------- | ------- | | Engine, w/ accessories | UPullIt | $389.10 | ## Other Parts I'll Need Here's a short list of things I'll need for this engine | Part | Vendor | Cost | | ------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------- | | F-Body Oil Pan | [Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/302-3-RetroFit-Camaro-Firebird-G-Body/dp/B08YNJW86W?th=1) | $219.99 | | Standalone Harness | [ebay]() | | [Be careful that harness matches the fuel injectors!](https://www.jovanidantegriego.com/post/ebay-china-ls-standalone-harness-guide)