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Old Oct 17, 2011 | 09:41 PM
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So I bought a car with a built motor and the previous owner can't remmber what CC the heads are so I am kinda skeptical on the CR. Below is the information I have regarding the engine. Basically I am wondering if I would be able to switch heads and get my compression down in the 10:1-10.5-7:1? Just trying to figure out what cc heads to look for to get me in this range.

LS6 block bored to 3.905
Lunati 3.903 Flat Top Pistons w/2cc valve relief
Lunati Pro Billet 6.125 rods
Callies Compstar 4.125 crank
GM MLS headgasket 3.910 (.051" thickness?)
TSP Stg 2.5 799 Casting (58-64cc is what i see offered availibity)
Deck height 9.240"

The previous owner say's he thinks that the motor is around 11.8:1. The only other infor he could find off hand was that compression height on the pistons were .978". Any help would be greatly appreciated. IF I can't get down in this range with just a head swap, then I will just build a new one.

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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 03:21 PM
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Help for the right CC. lol
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 04:30 PM
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does it run good on super unleaded
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 05:32 PM
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why do you want to lower it? anyway i think youll need to cc the heads.
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Its runs mid 10s on motor.

Looking to lower compression for a e85 turbo build. Would like to get all bugs worked out and build new engine next winter.
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ttt..
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Think around 70-72cc's would get me there?
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