Why did they have Mercruiser build the LT-5?

[Anonymous]

What was the benefit of this?Brett

[Anonymous]

Because of there experience with Aluminum engines. One of the best books to read up on the LT5 is The Hart of The Beast by Anthony Young

[Anonymous]

Brett: Right off ther zr1.net . because of small volume of LT5 engines, GM went outside to find someone to build the LT5. They chose Mercury Marine because of their reputation in building aluminum engines.

[Anonymous]

Thanks guys. I swear, I've scoured this site, and I remember reading that now, but I just can't find the answers when I need to!That looks like an excellent book. When was it written? I looked at a few on eBay, and they have awesome resale value for a book. Books are usually dirt cheap on eBay, and these are selling for $30.00! It must be pretty rare.Brett

[Anonymous]

The Hart of the Beast is still in print and can be found in most catalog sales for around $40 I'm sure you can also order it from a book store..Steve