Boosting a LS3?

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Oct 11, 2009 | 11:53 PM

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Boosting a LS3?

What do you guys think, will this be safe? I plan on buying a brand new LS3 block. Basically it will be the stock 4.065 bore with a 4.000 stroke, 415CI

I have a "around" 800rwhp goal, I also have a SDCE upgraded F1A Procharger thats going on this motor, I am guessing 15-17PSI to get my HP goal.

Shouldn't be any worries with this block right? Or should I worry about, warping sleeves, block flexing and crap like that?

Please help me decide what to do guys.

Oct 12, 2009 | 06:55 AM

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Anyone?

Oct 12, 2009 | 10:49 AM

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What heads?

Oct 12, 2009 | 12:09 PM

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ls3 block is a pretty good piece,i have built a couple of them that was north of 1000rwhp with no issues.A proper hone is critical on the ls3 blocks though,i have fixed several of these due to oil consumption issues.

Oct 12, 2009 | 02:45 PM

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What heads?

I was thinking that TFS 235cc. Good choice for me?

Oct 12, 2009 | 02:46 PM

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Well luckily all we build at our engine shop is race engines for the roundy round dirt track here in OKC. Not the same engines, but still having it built the Right way shouldn't be a problem. Plus I am starting with a brand new block, so that should help I think.

So, those heads a good choice?