LS1 Block tips
01-17-2006, 11:59 AM
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LS1 Block tips I have an engine from a 99' SS I've decided I'd rather build that motor up than mess with the one in my car. I already have a Scat Crank (4 " Stroke I belive) and 6.125" Rods, JE Pistons, as well as the rest of the rotating assembly. I just wondered how large I could go with the block as far as resleeving it, and still retain the rotating assembly I have for it. I was thinking a 383 or a 396....larger if possible.....Any suggestions? 
01-19-2006, 10:11 AM
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Have you looked into the cost of resleeving vs a LS2 block? Just build a 383 and check the clearance of the rod bolts to the bottom of the cyclinder walls while rotating it.
01-19-2006, 12:45 PM
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If you already have the pistons then the answer is to make the bores correct for the pistons. If you want to do a sleeved block you really need to switch to a ls2 to save yourself on some headaches. You would also need new pistons for the larger bore.