SMOG LEGAL ENGINE SWAP TO LS yesterday passed!

[Steve Van Gent]

Originally Posted by Crcrft78

Do you think what you spent on doing the swap your way versus purchasing an E-Rod engine kit is a better route money wise?

Probably with trans rebuild, all exhaust work, HP tuner (needed to diag issues), all-in probably about $3500 plus many hours. Some of this was due to mounting issues like width of OEM engine vs original space, engine mounts, A/C mounting issues, purchase of 12 different serpentine belts, etc.

However, I am sure the kit is not completely pain free or labor free;