Researching for a new build...

[AtotheJ3]

I don't know if you've read my new member intro yet, but the lowdown...93-97 lt1 m6 is in my future real soon. I'm trying to do research to get a plan for how I want to build it. Basically a stroked lt1 (355 or 383;all forged) that'll get me 400rwhp and be very streetable and on top of that a 100-150hp shot of nitrous is what I have so far. I plan on getting an lt1 block and having it built.

So my question is, what is it that I can do right now on my fbody to be able to support the type of engine I want (i.e. suspension, rear end, gears, clutch, etc.).

I've been doing research for about 6 weeks now, on here and other sites and I'd like to know where I should start. Thanks

[CKJ]

Well, the factory 10 bolt is weak, you can break it bone stock on street tires if you wanted to. But a 12 bolt is close to 2300 while a Strange S60 is 2100. I'd personally run the 10 bolt untill she blew on you.

Suspension, Lower control arms and relocation brackets for 6 speeds, subframe connectors, torque arm, panhard rod just for traction purposes. Lightweight components are upper and lower A-arms, k-member, trans tunnel brace

I'm not to familiar with clutches but I know Mcloed is a good clutch that offers some great holding power.

Hope this helps! And good luck with the build :thumbsup:

[NviouSS]

definetly try to save up for a new rear.

you will also need a good flowing exhaust. some longtubes, catted y (or dumped duals), and a good catback.

[AtotheJ3]

I'm going to bump this and hopefully get more replies over the weekend

[Turbo-Zone.com]

How much money do you have to work with? Are you doing the work yourself or having a shop do it? Building a car gets expensive. Do you plan to do it in stages?

Just saying you're buying a car and modding it gives us nothing to go off. Similar to a story, you need to build your outline first.

[AtotheJ3]

I do plan on spending money on this car, up to $10k, and I'll have a shop be doing the engine work, but whatever can be bolted on wherever on the car I hope to be doing it. I understand a car can get expensive, but I do plan on doing it in stages. A separate block will be used to start the engine stroke/build and while that is happening I can start the build of the other components and still be able to drive it. The funds will be available, but I would need to drive my car while the engine is being built.

I'm using the replies here to help with my build outline and Chris has helped me out a lot with the suspension part of my outline.