Trailblazer SS has a Corvette engine...where? - Page 2

Neumatic · 10-01-2012, 09:24 PM

I had a Trailblazer SS give me a run for my money at the track once, granted it wasn't exactly my best run and it was when I first started going to the track. Either way they are pretty impressive if you ask me.

cam fan · 10-01-2012, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Never Satisfied

FYI, the LS2 in the TBSS has a different intake manifold (and it's not real pretty) that's supposed to offer more low RPM torque. With the cover off that intake manifold is fairly hideous looking. A lot of the guys will keep them, as they do work well. They are also a popular swap for the regular 5.3/6.0 truck guys due to the large 90mm throttle body.

this hits the nail on the head.

Also....which vette had the ls2?

Blue17CamaroZL1 · 10-01-2012, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by cam fan

this hits the nail on the head.

Also....which vette had the ls2?

The 2005-2007 Corvette Coupes had the LS2 pushing 400 HP. They swapped up to the LS3 in 2008 bumping up to 430 HP

Orange5thGen · 10-01-2012, 11:06 PM

Friend of mine has the sts turbo kit in his TB SS awd and OMG its awesome.......

cam fan · 10-02-2012, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Blue10CamaroSS

The 2005-2007 Corvette Coupes had the LS2 pushing 400 HP. They swapped up to the LS3 in 2008 bumping up to 430 HP

Yea...I went in expecting this:

but found a dusty, plastic covered thing. I have major respect for it, just surprised is all.

POWERFREAK · 10-02-2012, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by cam fan

Yea...I went in expecting this:

but found a dusty, plastic covered thing. I have major respect for it, just surprised is all.

You were expecting a supercharger???

Throw some fuel rail covers on it, and it will look the same.

motorhead · 10-02-2012, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by cam fan

Yea...I went in expecting this:

but found a dusty, plastic covered thing. I have major respect for it, just surprised is all.

You were expecting a supercharger? That sure would help. I hasd an SS Trailblazer. It was no speed demon by any means ,but it was around a very nice vehicle.

cam fan · 10-02-2012, 11:59 PM

hahaha not a supercharger but what Never Satisfied mentioned is exactly my reaction - the homely intake manifold used on the TBSS throws it off

I knew you guys would pick up on that lol

you got me

Juiced1 · 10-03-2012, 12:07 AM

I believe this is the mutant off spring of an LS2 intake manifold you are referring too. I wouldn't put it on anything I'm building but they work great for the truck crowd!

Zabo · 10-03-2012, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Juiced1

I believe this is the mutant off spring of an LS2 intake manifold you are referring too. I wouldn't put it on anything I'm building but they work great for the truck crowd!

I'd stick that on my T/A just to see the reaction of people when I pop the hood.

Seriously though.. that Dark Cherry Metallic or whatever with a Black interior and AWD; my dream daily. Already have a 13mpg daily with an LS1. :/

Blake_GM · 10-03-2012, 06:43 AM

Best 0-60 I could ever manage in mine (it is stock down to paper air filter) was 5.8 seconds (have youtube proof for those interested). Not too bad for a giant brick with a really crappy transmission (that you are in fear of it grenading itself when driven). Have been able to surprise a lot of cars with it though. Pretty underrated sleeper...at 14 MPG running on premium lol

I must say, even with summer performance Yokohama tires, the AWD does great on snow/ice.

Both SS's in the garage:

newagemuscle · 10-03-2012, 07:16 AM

[QUOTE=cam fan;5639341]
He opens the hood and there's a huge plastic cover....ok.
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Are the engines on our cars or any GM car much different these days? Other than the Corvette, it seems like GM's solution to all their engines these days is... cover them up. My buddies CTS-V is a great example of this. The whole engine compartment is nothing but plastic covers everywhere. I don't know about anyone else, but I would prefer to see more of the engine. If GM at least incorporated the intake runners between the cover like they do on the Corvette I would be happier. Ford even does something similar on the new 5 liter.

Ringo64 · 10-03-2012, 07:38 AM

[QUOTE=newagemuscle;5648470]

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Originally Posted by cam fan

He opens the hood and there's a huge plastic cover....ok.
QUOTE]

Are the engines on our cars or any GM car much different these days? Other than the Corvette, it seems like GM's solution to all their engines these days is... cover them up. My buddies CTS-V is a great example of this. The whole engine compartment is nothing but plastic covers everywhere. I don't know about anyone else, but I would prefer to see more of the engine. If GM at least incorporated the intake runners between the cover like they do on the Corvette I would be happier. Ford even does something similar on the new 5 liter.

Its the "in" thing to do these days is cover your engine bay with plastic, all manufactures do it. My friends BMW, you have to spend at least 5 minutes taking off plastic parts before you can see the engine bay at all. IMO its just even more disconnect between non-car people and their cars these days.

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Zabo · 10-03-2012, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Blake_GM

Best 0-60 I could ever manage in mine (it is stock down to paper air filter) was 5.8 seconds (have youtube proof for those interested). Not too bad for a giant brick with a really crappy transmission (that you are in fear of it grenading itself when driven). Have been able to surprise a lot of cars with it though. Pretty underrated sleeper...at 14 MPG running on premium lol

I must say, even with summer performance Yokohama tires, the AWD does great on snow/ice.

Both SS's in the garage:

Mein Gott..

10-01-2012, 11:06 PM	#18
Orange5thGen Drives: 2011 Convert Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 2,052 View My Garage	Friend of mine has the sts turbo kit in his TB SS awd and OMG its awesome....... __________________ Come see me at www.chicago5thgen.com TEAM LLT, , 2011 Covertible 1LT RS, JDM Color Shift Halo's, Showstopper Camaro Bowtie Led Mirrors, Side Markers and Engine Cover, Pace Setter Catback Exhaust, BK Coilover Kit, 21" Full Crome GM wheels, Tinted windows, I WIN BEARS Plate. Full amber ABL dash and door update with IOM interior panels.

10-02-2012, 11:59 PM	#22
cam fan Drives: fast Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: New York, NY Posts: 1,262	hahaha not a supercharger but what Never Satisfied mentioned is exactly my reaction - the homely intake manifold used on the TBSS throws it off I knew you guys would pick up on that lol you got me __________________ BUILD RECORD

10-03-2012, 06:43 AM	#25
Blake_GM Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS in IBM Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: MO, USA Posts: 381 View My Garage	Best 0-60 I could ever manage in mine (it is stock down to paper air filter) was 5.8 seconds (have youtube proof for those interested). Not too bad for a giant brick with a really crappy transmission (that you are in fear of it grenading itself when driven). Have been able to surprise a lot of cars with it though. Pretty underrated sleeper...at 14 MPG running on premium lol I must say, even with summer performance Yokohama tires, the AWD does great on snow/ice. Both SS's in the garage: __________________ 2011 Camaro 2SS w/RS, Imperial Blue Metallic - Toy. CAI Inc. cold air intake, SOLO axle-back with j-pipes, Kooks 1 7/8" long tube headers with Kooks high flow cats, GPI SS2 VVT cam + engine goodies and dyno tuned by Ryan/Dr. L99/GPI. Last edited by Blake_GM; 10-03-2012 at 06:47 AM. Reason: Added picture

10-03-2012, 07:16 AM	#26
newagemuscle Philippians 4:13 Drives: SLP Supercharged LS3 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The Motor City - Michigan Posts: 2,902 View My Garage	[QUOTE=cam fan;5639341] He opens the hood and there's a huge plastic cover....ok. QUOTE] Are the engines on our cars or any GM car much different these days? Other than the Corvette, it seems like GM's solution to all their engines these days is... cover them up. My buddies CTS-V is a great example of this. The whole engine compartment is nothing but plastic covers everywhere. I don't know about anyone else, but I would prefer to see more of the engine. If GM at least incorporated the intake runners between the cover like they do on the Corvette I would be happier. Ford even does something similar on the new 5 liter. __________________

10-01-2012, 09:24 PM	#15
Neumatic Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,448 View My Garage	I had a Trailblazer SS give me a run for my money at the track once, granted it wasn't exactly my best run and it was when I first started going to the track. Either way they are pretty impressive if you ask me.

10-03-2012, 12:07 AM	#23
Juiced1 Account Suspended Drives: 2012 2SS CAMARO 45th Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: St. Charles, IL Posts: 18,648	I believe this is the mutant off spring of an LS2 intake manifold you are referring too. I wouldn't put it on anything I'm building but they work great for the truck crowd!