The only reason Im using a LT1 is that my truck that my donor car had one, If it wasnt for that I would be using a TPI or LS engine... I am actually going to be putting a LS style in my camaro.... The ting that sucks about the LT1 is they are hard to get parts for, becuase you can only use LT parts on it... If you were to build a TPI engine you have a ulimited suply if heads, cams, ignition, water pumps... And from the looks of it an LS engines are getting cheaper to build and the parts are becoming plentyful...

If I were you I would buy the LT1 if it comes wit hwiring harness and ECM, and sell it, a vette motor would bring around 1500 and the tranny arond 500, so you could make a lil cash from the deal....

Im just giving you a suggestion of what I would do, Its your money, and the LT1 is a helluva engine but they can be a pain.... You can also get a Aeormotive inline pump from Summit Racing from like 300....

Harmon