Hello Rebell911
I have just compleeted my ls1 swap and started it last monday

but i had some clearence problems with the RH intake adapter and i thougt a littele body work was the way to go

My engine started pretty easy and it sounded fine i must be lucky (or talented) Link to my first start:
YouTube - porsche 911 v8 første opstart
The spelling is Danish as i come from Denmark!!!
Have a nice weekend