lmt0705

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im looking to max out my d1sc this winter, so I need to build up the bottom end. I was wondering if the mahle 4032 pistons, rings and rods are up to the task? also what kind of upgrades do I need to do to my fuel system? I might do a 402, not sure yet, what do you guys think

snketr

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Mahle is what the C6R and C5R's ran. So, I'd say they are good for it. I'm sure their website will help a little more.

hellbents10

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Just be sure your tune is good, 4032 is not as forgiving to detonation.

Reckless

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We use Mahle pistons in our big boost engines. They are certainly up to the task. Not familiar with Mahle rods though. We use Howards in our high end stuff.

lmt0705

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why is the 4032 alloy not as forgiving with detonation? what do you guys know about their rods and rings?

SuperZ

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I didnt know they made rods.You could use some eagle,compstar,or scat H beams for that power level.

mdhmi

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My W2W motor (JE turbo pistons / Howards rods) purrs like a kitten on nap nip.

Dragframe

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So would Mahle be good for a 18 psi motor or would Ross be better suited? I have a "friend" with Ross pistons and they are holding very well. But I have no information on Mahle.

Reckless. What pistons are you guys using? (granted you do mostly gen III stuff and i have a LT1)

427

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We use Mahle or JE in 99 percent of our builds.

Kurt

stevieturbo

Power doesnt break pistons ( within limits of course )

Detonation on the other hand, can kill any piston.

I used a Mahle/Callies combo in my last 346, and I'd guess it was making a bit over 600rwhp. Only changed as I upgraded to a 382.