jz06man

I'm looking for some feedback and input on a major upgrade.

First, I'm not looking for max power or a dyno queen. I drive this car on the weekend and nice days- however I am looking for more power at not to a high costs...

Which would be better for power, drivability and longevity????

I currently put down 420rwhp.
I could

1. do a 90/90 setup, cam 224/228 lsa 114 or 220/226 lsa 114, stage 3x clutch and maybe a baby "bottle" (NO2) 50-75hp ONLY- costs about 5K-5.5K for about 50-55hp and 20-25TQ(470RWHP/430RWTQ) without the bottle.

2. 402 with Dart 225 heads or keep my Patriot stage 2 head, 90/90 and a clutch- costs about 8K-9K for 80HP and 75RWTQ(500RWHP & 480RWTQ)

3. Keep my 346- Forged Piston and Rods. ATI supercharger, blower cam and clutch.... Costs 10K-12K for about 550RWHP & 460RWTQ).

Obviously, the last one produces the most power, but at these levels more is required to keep this safe and running. Rear output shafts, radiator, etc.....
I do not want to deal with all the heat related issues of a supercharger or all the other potential issues...
I certainly DO NOT want to spend 10K and have problems or issues.

Costs wise, it seems like keeping the 346- doing the cam, clutch and 90/90 might be the smart upgrade or even the 402. However the 402 is 3K-4k for 30hp and 50tq. (ok, the TQ would be fun!!)...

Any intelligent thoughts, input or things I have not conceder???

Thanks for in input!

slowpoke96z28

iTrader: (2)

well, the bigger engine(402ci) is apt to have the best driveability out of the three.

michael402z06

iTrader: (15)

thats true. if you just did a 402 with a mild cam you would have good power and it would drive nice.

SSilverSSurfer

iTrader: (8)

why go mild on a 402? if driveability is your case then just do the first thing, or you can put a blower on it and keep a safe tune

Asmodeus

402 in your case, then sell the forged 346 to recover some of the cost.

jz06man

Anyone know or have info. on these Dart 225 heads???

magius231

iTrader: (8)

how about keep your 346, ETP 225 heads and EDC custom cam, should = ~500rwhp for somewhere around 5k (with 90/90, etc) then do clutch, rearend, etc