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I’ve been out of the car game for awhile and I’m getting back in it. I’ve been looking for a GSR.The problem I am having as I’m sure everyone is having now a days is trying to find one that hasn’t been beat the hell out of. Only ones I have found that haven’t been are GS or LS. My goals for the engine is 400hp in the GSR but if I were to go with an LS what would I be missing in terms of drivetrain ? Do I lose anything handling wise as well ? What would it take $$$ wise to achieve the same goal in an ls vs an gsr ? Any feedback is appreciated !

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How does the transmition and internals of the LS engine hold up with the extra power ?

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From: SoCal

LS transmissions are fine. Differentials are weak but if it blows up just get a GSR transmission used.

I wouldn't go too much past 300whp on a stock LS. Tons of variables though. Tuner, supporting mods, etc...

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are we speaking strictly on the transmission or the engine as well ? Besides just get an gsr transmission what gearing could you go with instead ? Also the engine what is a suggestion on upgrades for power on the LS to really be able to handle the extra load ?

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From: SoCal

GSR gearing is good for most turbo builds.
I wouldn't tear into the motor until you figure out what you really want. Like earlier, stay around 300whp for a stock block.

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From: south of Charlotte