1987 Pontiac Grand Prix - Project: G-Force One: THE ENGINE

08/28/2011
10 min read

1987 Pontiac Grand Prix - Project: G-Force One: THE ENGINE

08/28/2011
10 min read
Mock-Up Engine Gโ€“Force One's engine is nothing short of amazing. Sourced from the LS engine specialists at Thomson Automotive Engines, this LS7 features an LS9 Supercharger and dryโ€“sump oiling system. Upon installation the engine will be managed by Holley EFI. Mock-Up Engine Contd. The photo of the back side of the drivetrain gives us a good shot of the Quick Time bellhousing joining the engine and transmission together. Gโ€“Force One's transmission is a unit from D & D Transmission and is a custom built Camaro T56 with all the upgrades to support over 800 horsepower reliably. The clutch transferring all this power is sourced from a ZR1 and will be matched with a Lingenfelter flywheel. Test Fitment Things are finally starting to come together with the test engine in place. The fabricated firewall from Walden's Speed Shop looks amazing. Front fenderโ€“wells are in the works at the moment. We'll have more photos and info as the build progresses. Here's a closeโ€“up of the Thomson Automotive test engine in place as the engine bay comes together around it. Engine Dyno Sheet Taking a look at the dynoโ€“sheet to the left absolutely demonstrates the amount of reliable power that can be made with an LS engine. With 777.9 hp @6200 rpms and a staggering 824.6 lb. ft. of torque on hand at a mere 4400 rpm this combination will make Gโ€“Force One something to contend with.

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