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Jun 13, 2014 | 07:44 PM

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Ok guys boosted 5.3 help

How much power would u say and 5.3 stock with arp studs,arp rods bolts , good head gaskets, double valve springs can take safely and how much once in awhile cranked up?

Jun 14, 2014 | 12:26 AM

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I'd say at least 1500.

Jun 14, 2014 | 07:43 AM

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Anyone got a serious answer?

Jun 14, 2014 | 07:55 AM

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Really general question but stock 5.3's been known to handle 1000 hp.

Jun 14, 2014 | 09:04 AM

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honestly it could handle 800-850 to the wheels.

Jun 14, 2014 | 10:04 AM

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What year 5.3? 3rd gen rods and pistons will handle probably 800-850. 4th gen have been known to stay in one piece at 1200. I know of one 5.3 with stock bottom end and ARP rod bolts probably making 1300whp, so 1500 or so at the crank.

Jun 14, 2014 | 10:35 AM

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Its a 2001 motor

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Jun 14, 2014 | 12:11 PM

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Just looking at weekend 20 mile cruises and few track passes... After this season which is oct for me ill forge it

Jun 15, 2014 | 07:40 AM

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Should i waste the time n money resizing stock rods for arp bolts or just leave stock rod bolts?

Jun 15, 2014 | 08:00 AM

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Them motors can be bought for next to nothing. If your going to forge it in October, turn the boost up and see what she'll do. People overthink this stuff too much..

Jun 15, 2014 | 12:19 PM

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Should i waste the time n money resizing stock rods for arp bolts or just leave stock rod bolts?

im running 9.70s at the track on pump gas on my every day tune on a completely stock 5.3 except for a cam and valve springs. assess your goals and go from there. if your looking to make 700 horse dont touch the motor. if your looking to make more then consider doing rod bolts etc.