Thanks.
Actually, this has been taken way out of context by the masses, and always has. I will say it again, like I have said from day one:
1) I wanted to see if LS engines might be a feasible alternative to the diesel hybrid magnum motors that I have.
2) Reading posts and seeing people say "man its too hard", makes me, a former mechanical engineer, look for a solution.
3) I had design goals of 400hp/400TQ, which would put this truck in line with newer vehicles, at a fraction of the cost. The increase to 16 MPG has not been too bad either.
4) This particular truck would have been at LKQ being pulled apart, since no one wanted to bid on it.
5) I wanted to use the experience as a way to gain knowledge about the LS engine, wiring, tuning etc. Primarily because I am starting a Factory Five GTM, which will use the same engine.
6) Sorry, no. Not putting a Magnum in the GTM.
7) Turns out, it was really pretty easy. Its turned out to be pretty nice truck. But as easy as it is to throw a turbo on, tune and make 750-800 hp is awfully tempting on this motor. Even though that was not my intention.
8) Bottom line: 400 reliable HP with 87 ocatane and 16 mpg goal was achieved on day 1. SO now I am bored.