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Old 11-06-2006, 01:15 AM
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gauging opinions on which piston type would be the best for a 383 N/A set-up

SRP Forged Piston Set Reverse Dome -16cc 4.030" bore x 3.75" stroke, for 6.00" Rod

SRP Forged Piston Set -5cc Valve Reliefs 4.030" bore x 3.75" stroke, for 6.00" Rod
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-5cc and Mahle's are a better bang for the buck.
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I ran the -16 srps with a 6" rod, and got 11.25 to 1 comp, worked mint.
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OK sounds good I am still undecided on what to get I am looking to make around 430+ Rwhp N/A if possible. I will be using the stock head casting with either port pros stage 2 or 3.



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