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Old 03-08-2004, 09:10 AM
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What is the max safe bore size for the iron block for big power. .030? .060?
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First: quantify "big power." Second: Forced Induction, nitrous, or all motor? If you're thinking upwards of 700hp, I would stick to .030 and under. Also, having the block sonic tested for casting flaws, voids, or weak spots isn't a bad idea either... It could save you a lot of money in the long run.
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Talk to the guys at AP Engineering------>
They will let you know what is safe for your application. It all depends on what you want to do with the motor as 99SS stated.
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.30 to .40

I wouldn't go any more than that............
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Mine was 4.060 but I was told that most blocks have too much core shift but this one was very good.
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4.030 to 4.040 for big spray usage or other Forced Induction or best reliablity and leaving room for prior rebuilds, etc. 4.060 is the max for N/A and 100 shot to play it safe BUT YOU MUST GET IT SONICE TESTED as many of the new blocks are to thin where it counts for the .060!
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4.03 and a 4" crank is a 408ci?....for FI application
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Yes, a 4.030" bore and 4" stroke equal 408.1 cubic inches.
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I'm running .080 over with no problems yet. Big nitrous coming soon.
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That should be a pretty interesting setup, did you have the block sonic tested for that big bore?
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Originally Posted by MicahJam
I'm running .080 over with no problems yet. Big nitrous coming soon.
FIRE IN THE HOLE!!!
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Originally Posted by 1999_SS_M6
FIRE IN THE HOLE!!!
lol I am interested as well if that blcok was sonic tested that was bored .080




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