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Originally Posted by eric1h
so, i am getting closer to the LS1 swap(ordered my engine this weekend!)
For tranny options, I can keep the 3550 in the car now(cheapest and easiest route) They make a bell housing adapter that would make the swap very easy.
Or
upgrade to the T56 LS1 tranny, benefits are a 6spd tranny, beefier than the 3550, but more costly and then i have to worry about driveshaft length and other components not matching up.
Or I guess plan C..
Beef up the 3550, but is it worth it?
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The extra gear would be useless. Keep the 3550 and run it as is. Your not drag racing. You won't be power shifting or side stepping the clutch. I have a T5 behind a 460 HP 408 with 10k miles on it. Many of those at WOT. Run it until it breaks. The T56 is heavier too.
Do you have a link to the bell housing for that swap? An LS motor has been one of my considerations too. It's tough to beat for 400 HP and an all aluminum engine.