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Meh on ERL motors.. I use to be a big fan until two of my friends with vettes both cracked the back of their blocks less than 6 months apart from each other. Both TT cars. One in the 1300whp range and the other just under 1500whp.
What's your point? Is it not conversation worthy? Erl blocks are probably badass and have a place in the market but a big cube big block will make and reliably make more power for close to the same money. When it comes down to it everybody wants big power for the least amount of money invested. I would have to guess that's why 75% of ls1tech and ( myself) builds sbe 5.3-6.0's.
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What's your point? Is it not conversation worthy? Erl blocks are probably badass and have a place in the market but a big cube big block will make and reliably make more power for close to the same money. When it comes down to it everybody wants big power for the least amount of money invested. I would have to guess that's why 75% of ls1tech and ( myself) builds sbe 5.3-6.0's.
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Absolutely.
Nobody is saying ERL, or any of the other blocks are the be all end all, or everyone must have one, or indeed this thread isnt even to say whether they're good or *****.
Simply an article showing the process involved in what they do.
Nobody is saying ERL, or any of the other blocks are the be all end all, or everyone must have one, or indeed this thread isnt even to say whether they're good or *****.
Simply an article showing the process involved in what they do.
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I've been curious about these for a while. Since cost is usually around $3200+core ($1500 or so), what is to keep someone from just spending the extra $300-500 and going with the Dart LS Next aluminum block?
Actually. The 6-bolt version of the ERL block is roughly $5000+core. The 6-bolt LS Next aluminum can be had for $5000 and you won't have to pay core costs.
Actually. The 6-bolt version of the ERL block is roughly $5000+core. The 6-bolt LS Next aluminum can be had for $5000 and you won't have to pay core costs.
The 6 bolt Superdeck is $3800 plus core. They can use a brand new $800 5.3 block instead of a higher cost LS2,3,9 block. The price of the Dart or RHS block is $5k + and still doesn't have trusses like the ERL block. I got a very reliable custom built engine for a very good price and ERL provided exceptional customer service.
It's sad that most posting in the thread came in to bash and spread hate rather than just reading the article and appreciating the engineering that goes into ERL's product. And most are acting like they own 1500rwhp cars when that probably isn't true. Come on guys if you don't have something productive to post or say then save your energy.
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Which part of that do you not understand ?
If you want a thread about other blocks, go start one.
The 6 bolt Superdeck is $3800 plus core. They can use a brand new $800 5.3 block instead of a higher cost LS2,3,9 block. The price of the Dart or RHS block is $5k + and still doesn't have trusses like the ERL block. I got a very reliable custom built engine for a very good price and ERL provided exceptional customer service.
It's sad that most posting in the thread came in to bash and spread hate rather than just reading the article and appreciating the engineering that goes into ERL's product. And most are acting like they own 1500rwhp cars when that probably isn't true. Come on guys if you don't have something productive to post or say then save your energy.
It's sad that most posting in the thread came in to bash and spread hate rather than just reading the article and appreciating the engineering that goes into ERL's product. And most are acting like they own 1500rwhp cars when that probably isn't true. Come on guys if you don't have something productive to post or say then save your energy.
Again for example you 40k to build a badass turbo motor and you want to get the most for your money. Big block, is a sensible choice. I have a 5.3 but if I was going to build a motor for a drag car I'd go bbc.
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It's sad that most posting in the thread came in to bash and spread hate rather than just reading the article and appreciating the engineering that goes into ERL's product. And most are acting like they own 1500rwhp cars when that probably isn't true. Come on guys if you don't have something productive to post or say then save your energy.
Then some muppets go completely off on a tangent talking about completely different engines which have no relevance whatsoever to the thread.
It's like sending them to the shop for a loaf, and coming back with a giraffe.
Exactly, I posted it because the process was interesting, I didnt realise there was so much work put into their blocks.
Then some muppets go completely off on a tangent talking about completely different engines which have no relevance whatsoever to the thread.
It's like sending them to the shop for a loaf, and coming back with a giraffe.
Then some muppets go completely off on a tangent talking about completely different engines which have no relevance whatsoever to the thread.
It's like sending them to the shop for a loaf, and coming back with a giraffe.
Yeah I'm impressed with the quality of my shortblock. Their customer service was exceptional as well. I'm confident the shortblock will give me plenty of service while producing 1000hp.
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Is anyone making a ERL Superdeck 1 equivalent that has the truss design that connects each pair of factory head bolts with an aluminum bridge? The Superdeck I design as I recall doesn't restrict water access to the deck surface in order to bolster head gasket retention and holes are drilled in the trusses to enhance upper cylinder cooling. No priority main oiling however from what I understand.
Is anyone making a ERL Superdeck 1 equivalent that has the truss design that connects each pair of factory head bolts with an aluminum bridge? The Superdeck I design as I recall doesn't restrict water access to the deck surface in order to bolster head gasket retention and holes are drilled in the trusses to enhance upper cylinder cooling. No priority main oiling however from what I understand.
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How fun would this be in an FBody......93 octane normally aspirated 1050 HP. Then add a 300 shot....which would be mild for this engine.
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