how good are mahle pistons and rods?

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08-23-2006, 08:51 PM

lmt0705

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how good are mahle pistons and rods?

Im going to be building a supercharged ls1 in the range of 650 to 700 rwhp in the next few months. I was wondering if Mahle pistons, rods, and rings are up to the task.

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08-23-2006, 09:03 PM

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Shouldnt have a problem at those power levels. I used them in my turbo motor. I felt completley comfortable with my descion. I wish I had finished the car.

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08-23-2006, 10:29 PM

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I like mahle pistons. Don't know about in an FI motor though

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08-24-2006, 01:12 AM

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im considering them on my turbo setup im building. Ive heard good things about them. Just get a forged set when you do it.

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08-24-2006, 02:19 AM

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Use their pro-series 2618 pistons for a turbo motor, I would be worried about the 4032 powerpack pistons in a 700hp turbo motor.

That aside, I love Mahle pistons - awesome piston for the $ spent.

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