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11-21-2013
UPDATE
So it took me a little bit to read the discussions on my thread...lol. I guess that's what I get for slinging out ideas of a swap. None the less, I know the V8/rotary debate definitely raises alot of tension. I don't really sweat it.
In any case, I can answer a few questions with an actual update. I have started parting my car out as most of you have seen. Parts are slinging out the door as fast as I can sell them. I will admit it was kind of tough to turn the first bolt, but it has gotten easier as I see my Paypal account growing. The real reason it has gotten easier is because of two letters and a number....
LS7
I just put a deposit down on a built LS7 long block. I should be picking it up in a few weeks. A little info on it...
Block has been tanked, checked & honed(4.125bore) shortblock has never been installed or run
-Manley forged 4" lightweight crank, standard snout (non-dry sump)
-Manley 6.125 H-beam rods
-Manley 2618 forged pistons and rings
-clevite h-series bearings
-COMP CAMS 227/243 6traysLS7@113 cam
-LS7 lifters & trays
-LS7 timing gears, Katech timing chain
-Melling HP oil pump
WCCH stage 2 heads are used & have about 1300 miles. they are assembled with bronze valve guides, Stage 2 CNC port program, competition valve job, surface milling(just to ensure its flat) and stainless steel exhaust valves and polished titanium intake valves.
ARP head bolts
GM head gaskets.
COMP CAMS pushrods
New GM rocker arms & bolts.
Should put down around 550whp with good street manors. It was built by a local shop and they are offering me a warranty as well. I'm getting a pretty damn good deal.
So as some of you eluded.... it will be to the standard of my last setup.
I will continue to update THIS thread and my new build thread over at NoRotors.
11-29-2013
Well folks, basically all of my parts are either sold or spoken for. I should pick up the LS7 by the end of next week. The oil pan is being modified and bolted up. I chose the wet sump out of simplicity really. I will be using the Improved Racing baffle, and that should be more than enough to keep things happy on spirited back road drives.
For the ratings.. hey... it is what it is. As some have commented, my thread has helped give them ideas. If it helps people on what, or even what not to do, then that makes me happy.
The Real Beginning...
Well, my engine bay is now completely empty. I have a few parts going out here and there, but they are pretty much gone. I have started my Excel spreadsheet once again of the parts needed. It's going to be another long road, but I have high hopes that this will be the last one. I am using ZERO used parts in this build. Everything will be new. Progress will be slow, as my $14k in rotary parts essentially only bought the LS7 long block, new T56 Magnum transmission, and the Samberg components. As the game got stepped up, obviously the cost did as well. Another $6k should get it done, so it won't be that bad.
I'm sure some of you are shedding a few tears seeing my engine bay like this. Don't worry, it will be as shiney and epic as ever soon. 
