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Sep 21, 2014 | 09:10 PM

607motorsports

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Piston recommendations?

Currently compiling parts for a forged motor build this winter with a goal of seeing 1000whp out of my LS6 block, plan is to run 317 heads, pump gas and meth (no e85 available anywhere around me unfortunately). The turbo is likely going to be a PT88 or something similar.

With that being said I'm looking for piston recommendations? I have a buddy who owns a machine shop and can get me good deals on Wiseco products so those are my first choice but which actual pistons should I be looking into?

Thanks ahead!

Sep 22, 2014 | 10:04 AM

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No one?

Sep 22, 2014 | 10:11 AM

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In all honesty, any forged piston should be strong enough to handle your goals.

Sep 22, 2014 | 10:28 AM

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Thanks man, i'm looking for more specifics though if possible? Like what pistons exactly should I be looking at? What compression etc?

Sep 24, 2014 | 05:03 PM

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Still looking for suggestions... what are you 1000+whp guys running for pistons?

Sep 24, 2014 | 10:34 PM

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Wiseco w/11cc dish for my 6.0 project.

Sep 25, 2014 | 05:40 AM

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I like the wiseco and diamond, but I haven't built a motor with them yet

I have a nice set of manley rods and 3.905 pistons for an LS6 motor if you need them pm me

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Sep 25, 2014 | 07:24 AM

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wiesco

Sep 25, 2014 | 09:53 AM

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wiesco here as well.

Sep 25, 2014 | 11:30 AM

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I would just recommend a quality 2618 forged piston around 9.5 compression depending on gaskets and chambers used And also the correct ring gap for desired boost level. Stay away from 4032 alloy and you'll be fine.