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Old 09-01-2004, 02:00 PM
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Ok I want a faster engine in my car and then later turbocharge it...
But first I need to pick a good engine.
First I looked at the Linenfelter Crate LS1 that puts out around 450 Hp at the Crank. And is probably really well built with some of the best parts. http://lingenfelter.com/pac350ls1crate.asp

But there is also the Speed Inc. 383 Crate Engine another beefed up LS1 but I dont have as much info on this one but I know its a superb engine and can handle alot. Anybody who knows any **** about this stuff help me decide which engine is better and faster.
http://www.ls1speed.com/engine14.cfm
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There are more companys that make crate(long block) ls1 motors, check out HPE and some of the other sponsors
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Agreed - HPE, APE, FMS, etc. are all good places to check out. Course, you could always order a GMPP crate engine (i.e. LQ4/LQ9) and do-it-yourself (i.e. cam) to save some money.
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SLP has a forged 408 shortblock for cheap. Only problem is, it is an iron block.Weighs around 95 pounds more.
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Originally Posted by Lostpatrolman
SLP has a forged 408 shortblock for cheap. Only problem is, it is an iron block.Weighs around 95 pounds more.
And its a 402 (4.000 x 4.000)
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and its 105lbs heavier
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Originally Posted by cyphur_traq
and its 105lbs heavier
Actually it's only 70-75.


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Reeeaaallly?? Are you referring to SLP's block, or the normal LQ9? I always thought the LQ9 block was 105lbs heavier then the LS1....
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If your going to go FI my advise would be to build a low compression forged 346. Larger cubes = larger invoice .

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