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GM's 'E Rod' to be Engine of Choice by Future Rodders?
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In the classic car world, ‘restomod' is a term used to describe that older classic car that has been restored using modern technology but retaining much of the original characteristics of the car's vintage design. Normally this would include modern fuel injection, air conditioning, power steering, overdrive transmission and other automotive advances from earlier days. But the body lines, color choices and interior patterns would be restored to that of the original car.
GM Performance Parts recently introduced to the world on November 3 at the 2009 SEMA Show in Las Vegas their new emission compliant crate engine based on the LS block design called the E Rod. This will allow car enthusiasts to easily have that high horsepower engine swap and meet emission requirements in areas where that may be an issue. This should give hot rodders of today a secure feeling about their hobby, but for future years as well since this engine combination can be used without being concerned about meeting strict emission issues.
With a rating of 430 HP, this LS3 6.2 liter motor meets and exceeds the desires of many restorers looking to upgrade the engine compartment of their classic ride. Being environmentally conscious makes this E Rod unique in the high performance crate engine world. Emissions equipment included with the package includes catalytic converters, a fuel tank evaporative emissions canister and more. GM Performance Parts worked closely with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) officials to develop the kit and secured approval that makes E Rod equipped vehicles legal in California and other areas that follow CARB's recommendations and emissions standards. No other Original Equipment Manufacture (O.E.M.) or aftermarket manufacturer offers a comparable, CARB-approved system. Available today from your GM dealer, the list price is of the E Rod is $9,375.
Introduction of this engine took place at the legendary SEMA Show, where aftermarket manufacturers from all walks of the automotive world converge each November to showcase their latest wares. GM Performance Parts chose to put the E Rod engine in a 1955 Chevrolet called the ‘Clean Rod' and it was this car that was unveiled at SEMA with the new engine combination. The '55 Chevy is one of the most popular GM cars of all time and today is one of the most popular collectible cars for hot rodders and restorers alike, so it was appropriate that the E Rod was introduced to the world using this car.
Looking for what is destined to be a collectible? The very first production E Rod engine will be auctioned on Ebay and will likely end up in a museum. Feel the need to bid on this revolutionary engine? Go to http://tiny.cc/fFFtQ.
For more information on E Rod, go to www.GMPerformanceParts.com.
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