81cuttysupreme

so i think i have a lock on an engine/trans complete pullout. a 99' LS1 engine and A4. i'm putting it into a non LSX vehicle.(check screename) my goal is to hit a daily drive-able 550 crank hp. more is ok too. i plan on a rebuild to start with. the plan is for forged pistons, upgraded rods if someone thinks necessary. i've heard peening the factory rods is a fair upgrade also. i'm not sure how much if any dish i need in the pistons. thoughts? i'm planning on buying a set of livernois stage 2 heads, or something of the like if anyone has a better recomendation for the same price range. i'm surprised at their flow numbers. i'll need a cam, i need help here, keep in mind daily driveable. and of course the big factor is that i'd like to run 7-8#'s of supercharger boost. and i'd like to have the set up last for a while. on that note, any recommendations on who would be able to give me a good tune, and is it possible to do this via the mail?

98Z28CobraKiller

iTrader: (17)

You will have to replace the 4L60 with something else. It has no value IMO.

81cuttysupreme

that's it? i was hoping for some more insight than that. haha.

98Z28CobraKiller

iTrader: (17)

I would forge the rods and the pistons if it were me. 550 hp @ 8 psi should be very doable and last awhile if tuned correctly.

81cuttysupreme

is there an ideal compression? can i stick with stock compression if i go forged pistons and rods? any preferences on piston and rod brand?

kikass_z28

around 9 or 9.5:1 is pretty common for boosted engines. Much more and you will want to look into meth injection or other fuel types