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Old 08-06-2010, 08:32 PM   #77
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The thing is that a turbo, most likely twin-turbo V-6 is going to weigh more than the LS3 and upcoming D.I. 5.5L V-8. That is why the LS1/2/3 is such a popular swap because it's compact and lightweight. The LS3 is 10lbs lighter than the new Ford 5.0. It is also slightly lighter than a 13B with the twin turbos and piping from the RX-7. The current 3.6L V-6 in the Camaro weighs 370 lbs. Now add twin turbos, intercooler, piping, etc and it will weigh more than the V-8.
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