Lots of rain and big puddles=nononono

**Justin93** · 11-30-2008, 05:50 AM

Originally Posted by Eric1987

The guy working on my car is 35. I am 21. And I thought LS6 was 5.7L?

Yep the LS6 is a 5.7, its essentially the same as an ls1 but has different heads, intake, and cam that bump it up to 405 Crank HP. Some other diffrences are a better PCV system, and different oil pump and oil valley setup. Other than that its the same displacement.

**Eric1987** · 11-30-2008, 06:33 AM

So it'll bolt up directly to my LS1 tranny?

**camarojunky74** · 11-30-2008, 08:35 AM

Originally Posted by Eric1987

So it'll bolt up directly to my LS1 tranny?

yes, every ls series motor, ls1. ls2 ls3 ls6 ls6 ls9, will bolt right in, it just takes extra modifications to the wiring harness and sensor locations, the actual mechanical stuff works just fine. so yes your tranny will work.

**Eric1987** · 11-30-2008, 04:06 PM

Okay thanks. Camarojunky can you PM me your # so I can get these questions I need answered?

**toothdoc** · 11-30-2008, 07:20 PM

The LS6 will bolt right up and you won't be disappointed.

**Eric1987** · 12-01-2008, 02:20 PM

Just talked to a person who recorded my call. They said they arent sure wether they are going to cover it yet? They have to look? Whats the chances of not covering it? Anything I shouldnt say? Should say?

**Justin93** · 12-01-2008, 02:32 PM

Originally Posted by Eric1987

Just talked to a person who recorded my call. They said they arent sure wether they are going to cover it yet? They have to look? Whats the chances of not covering it? Anything I shouldnt say? Should say?

just use common sense and dont say anything that will make them think its your fault. Hey bottom line if there was no other way of getting around the puddle then there was no other way.

If they don't pay for it Im sorry to say you might wanna look into getting a credit card with 6 months same as cash and buying a new motor for it. I'd only recommend this if you can pay it off before the 6 month intrest free period is up otherwise you will probably get bent over in finance charges.

**Spikito** · 12-01-2008, 08:57 PM

The only issue i see is that if the water got in because of you free ram air mod

**Eric1987** · 12-01-2008, 10:33 PM

I told them that the car was completely stock.

**ezwip** · 12-02-2008, 01:56 PM

Do not mention a free ram air mod.

**Eric1987** · 12-02-2008, 01:59 PM

Well of course I wont. The adjuster is going to look at it tomorrow morning.

**95camaroZNC** · 12-02-2008, 08:27 PM

GL Maine

**Justin93** · 12-02-2008, 08:43 PM

Originally Posted by Eric1987

Well of course I wont. The adjuster is going to look at it tomorrow morning.

Good luck on this man, curious as to what they will say!!

**midnight99ss** · 12-02-2008, 08:48 PM

Insurance covers "un-intentional", "sudden and accidental" losses. Yes, even stupidity in most cases. (not that that applies here) They will need to confirm the damage to the engine, confirm evidence of water passing through the air intake system, and that there was likely high water in the area of the loss on the date reported.

Should be easy to verify. They will likely search for a used or "LKQ" engine with close to the same mileage or less. Your comprehensive deductible would apply. If you chose to upgrade, addt'l expense is on your tab.

Hope you are with a good insurance co. It makes a difference at claim time. Saving a little on premium is not always worth it. If they deny it, fight it.

Good luck!

**Eric1987** · 12-02-2008, 08:56 PM

LKQ engine? Wtf is that?

**midnight99ss** · 12-02-2008, 09:24 PM

Insurance term, LKQ- Like Kind and Quality. Used engine assembly, removed for another f-body. Most policies allow for used parts, if quality ones are available. You could start searching locally. www.car-part.com is a good search site. E-bay has many to choose from also.

**Eric1987** · 12-02-2008, 09:25 PM

Will they give me the money to have it done or do I have to go through a dealer or shop?

**JoshieDoom** · 12-02-2008, 09:31 PM

Originally Posted by Eric1987

Will they give me the money to have it done or do I have to go through a dealer or shop?

You will have to ask them that.

If you get your ls6 i fear that mine might hydrolock around taxtime.

**midnight99ss** · 12-02-2008, 09:32 PM

Depends on the insurance co. and local insurance law. Out here payment is issued to the policy holder, less the deductible. You should be able to choose the shop or repair it youself if your able. They should use an avail estimating data base to calulate mechanical labor at an average rate for your area.

**Eric1987** · 12-02-2008, 10:59 PM

Originally Posted by midnight99ss

Depends on the insurance co. and local insurance law. Out here payment is issued to the policy holder, less the deductible. You should be able to choose the shop or repair it youself if your able. They should use an avail estimating data base to calulate mechanical labor at an average rate for your area.

Thank you. That sounds frickin fabulous. You've been a ton of help btw. Te amo siempre if you know what that means.