THIS IS WHAT I CALL CONSTRUCTIVE, thank you Coachreed!
"my people" can offer expertise on numerous high end SBC implants such Pontiac Fiero or Austin Mini. I can post few inspirational photos later.

I still would like to hear groups opinion on drivability, reliability issues, manual vs. auto, overall market value of VXLT(S)1 etc. Remember I consider this to be innitial project stage only! I have to evaluate it from many angles since I am donating mint shape VX plus the cost of the components and some yarded out work.

Thx, VX922

PS: I am starting to like this forum already.

FYI:
LT1 785.3 lbs (356.2 kg) fully dressed
LT4 1003.5 lbs (455.2 kg) fully dressed
LS1 457.6 lbs. (208 kg) Auto. fully dressed
LS1 497.2 lbs (226 kg) Manual fully dressed
LS6 497.2 lbs (226 kg) fully dressed
6EV1 350 lbs estimate, Short block