98 block safe for boost
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I am in the same predicament. I am getting ready to forge my 98 but I am not sure if I will want to re-use my old block. I am trying to keep the costs down as well. I have though about just getting a 6.0L iron block and calling it a day but dont know if I want that extra weight.
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You can look at some of my posts on my build.I machined and build my stock 98 block with forged stuff and now Im running 14psi on a Mid frame turbo with some nitrous from time to time.I dunno what power Im making but enough to beat 1000cc bikes and run just ahead of a formula with 779 rwhp
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Originally Posted by NA$TY-TA
what heads....?? please dont tell me 98 heads...... been there, destroyed them......
what do you mean detroyed them?
i have a very nice set of ported 98 heads i plan on using
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I put 250 + passes, most in the 9s, 12-14psi on a 98 block, stock connecting rods w/arp bolts and ported 98 heads with stock valves and even graphite head gaskets. Engine is still running fine in a n/a head/cam car.
Keep it safe with a good tune and I doubt you will have any problems, guys that are hurting blocks are making a ton of power or have bad tunes. I have seen the later blocks split cylinders as well as the early blocks so I'm sure its possible to get a 'bad' one no matter what the year.
Keep it safe with a good tune and I doubt you will have any problems, guys that are hurting blocks are making a ton of power or have bad tunes. I have seen the later blocks split cylinders as well as the early blocks so I'm sure its possible to get a 'bad' one no matter what the year.
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Mine is doing fine so far, Im only running 8 psi and dynoed 500RWHP through the unlocked 4l60. I built the motor to run 14-15 psi, but ATI sent the wrong pulley with the kit. I have a smaller pulley to put on, I just have to find time to put it on and get back to the dyno to retune. Click the link in my sig for details.