Obsidian/Personal/Z/Which LS Engine should I target?.md

Junkyard Pull

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

Junkyard Checklist

• Engine
• 8x coils
• Accessories
  • starter
  • alternator
  • water pump
  • intake
  • throttle body
  • injectors
• Engine Control Unit
• Harness

Other Parts I'll Need

Here's a short list of things I'll need for this engine To start, try and use the stock intake. No hood for a minute is okay. The goal is to get the car running

Part	Vendor	Cost
F-Body Oil Pan	Amazon	$219.99
Oil and Filter	RockAuto	~$35
Exhaust Headers	Summit	~$250

Expected total (3/7):