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Anybody do an iron block conversion in C5?

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Old 09-07-2012, 01:46 PM
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Default Anybody do an iron block conversion in C5?

I am wondering if anyone has any feedback from swapping a forged LQ9 into a c5? I am doing engine and STS twin system and my thoughts are the extra 100 or 150# added to front and rear should balance the car back out but some input from anyone who has this done would be appreciated. I know the car feels heavy in the front right out of the gate so this is my concern to add more.

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Mark on ZO6 forum has a 454 iron block in his. Nice guy...hit him up. He has over 100k on it.

see post #11 for his info
http://www.z06vette.com/forums/f7/wh...-you-own-3850/
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I have an LQ9 408. Ported 243 heads, Shaner TB, 281 LSR cam, headers.
The added torque makes up for any weight gain.
Still tuning, though.
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I have a forged 370 in mine. With the ttix turbo kit. Makes tons of power. I love it.



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