6.0 irong black weight compared to ls1 346?
6.0 irong black weight compared to ls1 346? 
02-13-2006, 08:16 PM
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I would try to get one of those new 6.2L blocks that are 4.065" bore and do an alluminum 415 ci with a 4" stroke. I have an iron 422ci and like it, but why go iron if you don't have to.
02-13-2006, 08:50 PM
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Originally Posted by strokedls1
It is about 105 lbs. heavier than an ls1 alluminum block.
According to Will Handzel, author of How to Build High Perfromance Chevy LS1/LS6 V8s, the aluminum block weighs 107 lbs and the iron block weighs 65 lbs more.
02-13-2006, 08:57 PM
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Originally Posted by KCS
Where do yall get these bogus numbers?!
According to Will Handzel, author of How to Build High Perfromance Chevy LS1/LS6 V8s, the aluminum block weighs 107 lbs and the iron block weighs 65 lbs more.
According to Will Handzel, author of How to Build High Perfromance Chevy LS1/LS6 V8s, the aluminum block weighs 107 lbs and the iron block weighs 65 lbs more.
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02-13-2006, 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by KCS
Where do yall get these bogus numbers?!
According to Will Handzel, author of How to Build High Perfromance Chevy LS1/LS6 V8s, the aluminum block weighs 107 lbs and the iron block weighs 65 lbs more.
According to Will Handzel, author of How to Build High Perfromance Chevy LS1/LS6 V8s, the aluminum block weighs 107 lbs and the iron block weighs 65 lbs more.
02-13-2006, 09:59 PM
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I'd get an aluminum block if your going to stay NA or w/ a little boost or shot of nitrous. Most guys go with iron blocks because they tend to be stronger so they use them on high boost setups or a big shot of nitrous. They hold the power better than an aluminum block but they do weigh more so it's just according to what your looking to build.
02-14-2006, 12:40 AM
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I am making a little under 500. I have sprayed it over 600 rwhp though. I may do a turbo soon. I bought the iron back in 02 when iron 6.0 or 5.7 ls1 resleeves where the only ways to get bigger cubes. I went iron to avoid coolant leaking issues and don't regret it. I just think that with the new release of some gm blocks and aftermarket that there are better options. I would rather opt for less weight if it suits the application requirements. Let me know if you need a block because my friend down in costa mesa can get you anything just about stock block wise.
02-14-2006, 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by strokedls1
Well I guess I get these bogus numbers from weighing the blocks since I have built a few iron and alluminum ls motors. I don't rely on some book to get information. I do have an iron motor in my car right now.
02-14-2006, 11:18 AM
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You would get an iron block because the LS1 is one of the worst engines ever made by GM. The oil pump is very weak and the aluminum is too weak for high power situations. As the engine heats up the aluminum will warp a lot more than an iron block. Not saying that the LS1 is futile, I like it a lot. I'm just saying an iron block is superior for durability. The extra 100 lbs. isn't much at all.
02-14-2006, 01:40 PM
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Originally Posted by adillhoff
You would get an iron block because the LS1 is one of the worst engines ever made by GM. The oil pump is very weak and the aluminum is too weak for high power situations. As the engine heats up the aluminum will warp a lot more than an iron block. Not saying that the LS1 is futile, I like it a lot. I'm just saying an iron block is superior for durability. The extra 100 lbs. isn't much at all.
Your opening a can of worms with about everyone on here.
02-14-2006, 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by adillhoff
You would get an iron block because the LS1 is one of the worst engines ever made by GM. The oil pump is very weak and the aluminum is too weak for high power situations. As the engine heats up the aluminum will warp a lot more than an iron block. Not saying that the LS1 is futile, I like it a lot. I'm just saying an iron block is superior for durability. The extra 100 lbs. isn't much at all.
02-14-2006, 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by adillhoff
You would get an iron block because the LS1 is one of the worst engines ever made by GM. The oil pump is very weak and the aluminum is too weak for high power situations. As the engine heats up the aluminum will warp a lot more than an iron block. Not saying that the LS1 is futile, I like it a lot. I'm just saying an iron block is superior for durability. The extra 100 lbs. isn't much at all.
Worst engine ever made by GM, thats some funny ****.
02-14-2006, 03:32 PM
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Originally Posted by adillhoff
You would get an iron block because the LS1 is one of the worst engines ever made by GM. The oil pump is very weak and the aluminum is too weak for high power situations. As the engine heats up the aluminum will warp a lot more than an iron block. Not saying that the LS1 is futile, I like it a lot. I'm just saying an iron block is superior for durability. The extra 100 lbs. isn't much at all.
02-14-2006, 10:43 PM
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that guy is totally right! the 118hp 2.2L in my 98 s10 is WWWAAAYYYYY
better than by OLD CRAPPY 400rwhp LS1.
id take that noisey, gutless, piece of **** any day!
im actually thinking of doing a swap.... and ditching that P>O>S LS1 and throwing in my bad *** 2.2L!
i cant wait.
better than by OLD CRAPPY 400rwhp LS1.
id take that noisey, gutless, piece of **** any day!
im actually thinking of doing a swap.... and ditching that P>O>S LS1 and throwing in my bad *** 2.2L!
i cant wait.