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Old Jul 12, 2014 | 11:43 AM
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I'm rather new to this site, but have ventured over from C5. I am currently in a dilemma to choose a short block for my vehicle. I am looking at a 429lsx or a 419Lsa both built by livernois. I mentioned the LSA because I have been given an awesome deal on the block. I currently have tsp 255cc 6 bolt heads, a Century 4l80, 9" rear with 3.55 gear. I don't see myself going stupid with horsepower, but would like to run consistent 9s without issue. Any help with this decision would be greatly appreciated.
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Forgot to mention I will be running a ysi. I am also debating on getting the billet upgrade.
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I would guess the 419 has a 4" stroke. You would be better off with that rather than a 4.125" stroke.
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The lsx 429 has a 4" stroke as well.
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Old Jul 12, 2014 | 07:00 PM
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Forgot to mention I will be running a ysi. I am also debating on getting the billet upgrade.
I'm doing the billet upgrade now.ill let you know if it's propaganda or real.
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Originally Posted by Fallout8888
I'm rather new to this site, but have ventured over from C5. I am currently in a dilemma to choose a short block for my vehicle. I am looking at a 429lsx or a 419Lsa both built by livernois. I mentioned the LSA because I have been given an awesome deal on the block. I currently have tsp 255cc 6 bolt heads, a Century 4l80, 9" rear with 3.55 gear. I don't see myself going stupid with horsepower, but would like to run consistent 9s without issue. Any help with this decision would be greatly appreciated.
Sounds like a good problem to have. Just make sure either way you go that your heads are compatible to the pistons and cam of the one of your choosing otherwise you will be planning an early rebuild............and welcome to Tech otherwise known as Ray's Little Corner for C5 Banishment......
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Old Jul 12, 2014 | 09:15 PM
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I guess my problem is with the lsx weight, which is the only thing holding me back from pulling the trigger. And ls427 can't wait to see the results of the billet wheel.
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If the LSX will get you into 9's, who gives a **** about weight? When youre talking single digit runs, go with the strongest parts you can get. No sense doing it twice.
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Originally Posted by PoleCat2SSRS2010
.......and welcome to Tech otherwise known as Ray's Little Corner for C5 Banishment......

I quote two great men, John Milton and khan Singh: BETTER TO...
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...reign in hell than serve in heaven?

...ask forgiveness than permission?

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Old Jul 13, 2014 | 09:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Iam Broke
...reign in hell than serve in heaven?

...ask forgiveness than permission?

lol
I asked for forgiveness and was rejected. So hell is my new home. Lol
I am the unforgiven.
I even offered to pay a $1000.00 fine
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I try to stay aluminum block on all builds. They can handle the power. Just not worth the weight to me.
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L19 head studs and the lsa block?
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I try to stay aluminum block on all builds. They can handle the power. Just not worth the weight to me.
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