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I have a set of stock (243's) 64.43cc = 10.5 CR (stock LS6 head spec) , if I have them milled .020 will this make my CR 11.0?
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What gasket used?
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Rounded of to .020 mill = 11:1 from 10.5:1
Assume using same volume value gasket
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Assume this is a ls6 5.7 3.622 stroke engine
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Rounded of to .020 mill = 11:1 from 10.5:1
Assume using same volume value gasket
Stock gasket i assume, I havent bought it yet. Which one should I use? Stock ls1 with 243's.
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Gasket bore and compressed value affect scr and quench. Use gasket with bore close to cylinder bore and thinnest compressed value.
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L33 HO 5.3/5.7
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After the mill of .020, what will my head CC size be? 61.63?
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