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Old 4th September 2017, 10:23 AM
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I have a simpler idea which would reduce weight not add it, and could cost less if you can find a good used engine block.

Adapter plates already exist for the LS series engines to 01E trans.

If you can get a LS3 engine, you can have over 450hp, and over 450 lb-ft torque and keep the system n/a.
Someone already put a LS3 into a RS6 + 01E, should be even easier with a D2 loads of space. LS3 is lighter than AVP/ABZ by around 8kg. On top of that switching to 01E will save another 75kg at least.
Reputable tuning companies have LS3 engines putting out around 580hp, 560lb-ft if you want to go all out later on.

Its a good choice for US guys, as even new LS3's are cheap over there, around $5000. When you translate that to £ and import duties its not so good as it ends up over £5k for us

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