<VV> 215 engine in a vair

[jvhroberts at aol.com]

 Keep in mind, if you put the FWD components on the front (rear?) of an LSx engine, it gets a lot shorter. The new Impala SS is an example of the FWD version of this engine. 

Also, the LSx is close to the weight of the 215, I doubt there's a weight penalty enough to worry about. The wonders of an engine that was developed a LOT more recently, with more modern manufacturing techniques, and in an era where weight elimination has become a religion. 

Never heard of the issue of excessive coolant flow, unless someone thought leaving the thermostat out was a good idea! (never is on a water pumper). 





 





 



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In a message  from virtualvairs-request at corvair.org writes:   By  the time 

you buy a 215 or its derivatives, tear it down, rebuild it, etc., it's  not 

cheap. The LS series V8s have been out since 1997, or a total of 13 model  

years. I'll bet you'll find a nice, clean, running LS1 for less than you'll  

spend making a nice 215, and it'll be FAR more powerful. 

 

my answer (not from doing it!) is the 215 package ends up being very close  

to the original weight and balance when you get done. it also lends itself 

to a  nice sound , no loss of inside space, easier cooling etc etc.  i have 

seen  a class act in
stallation in a late model , then a similar class act 

job using a  new corvette setup. there are surprises to overcome in any 

installations like  this. even controlling flow to radiator and back...too much 

flow wont leave  enough heat behind ...lots to the fun of such jobs.  just 

throwing cash at  it wont work. takes gobs of hard work also!

regards, tim colson



 

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