Forging a stock LS1 block???
09-06-2006, 11:31 AM
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Forging a stock LS1 block??? My intensions....
Run NA for about a year on a stock 346 LS1.
then
Add a small FI twin setup with a max of 8-10lbs of boost.
After adding boost I am shooting for 600rwhp.
Question/Concerns...
1. Is this possible?
2. What parts do I need? IE. Fgd.Pistons, Fgd. Rods, Rod bolts, what else?
3. If i stick with a stock CR, would it be possible to simple swap heads (bigger CC) when it comes time to add the FI? (low CR = good for turbos).
I am trying to stay away from having to mess around with the short block once its time to go FI.
I am trying to save as much as possible to be able to afford the FI setup (Fuel pumps, tubing, controllers, tune, injectors, etc)
If you think i am going about this all wrong please say so.
Thanks!
Run NA for about a year on a stock 346 LS1.
then
Add a small FI twin setup with a max of 8-10lbs of boost.
After adding boost I am shooting for 600rwhp.
Question/Concerns...
1. Is this possible?
2. What parts do I need? IE. Fgd.Pistons, Fgd. Rods, Rod bolts, what else?
3. If i stick with a stock CR, would it be possible to simple swap heads (bigger CC) when it comes time to add the FI? (low CR = good for turbos).
I am trying to stay away from having to mess around with the short block once its time to go FI.
I am trying to save as much as possible to be able to afford the FI setup (Fuel pumps, tubing, controllers, tune, injectors, etc)
If you think i am going about this all wrong please say so.
Thanks!
09-06-2006, 11:48 AM
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Well in order to run any significant amount of boost you need a dished piston for lower compression. If you have a turbo setup minus the turbo your car will feel like a dog. I would say stay with your current set up, if it really feels to slow add a cam and a small nitrous shot and save your pennys for the turbo setup and then buy everything at once.
