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Old 09-06-2004, 09:58 PM
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Is there a formula for figuring the correct valve sizes to use on a particular motor?

I'm running a 325 ci , 5.3L w/ 1.89 in. and 1.55 ex. valves on a 3.78'' bore. With head work, would there be any benefit going up to say a 2'' intake valve. Heres a picture of a 2'' valve used on 5.3L heads.

2'' & 1.55''

Does shrouding seem like it would take affect?
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There are plenty of people running stage II 5.3 heads on the smaller ls1's. Dont sweat it on the 2.00 valve, it will work fine.
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There are plenty of people running stage II 5.3 heads on the smaller ls1's
Really, here? Could you name a few, I'd like to talk to them.

Dont sweat it on the 2.00 valve, it will work fine
Seem to big to me, but I'm not sure.

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There are plenty of people
That right there explains whats wrong with this site. Follow the leader, instead of what really works.




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