rod bolts in an L92/LS3
10-18-2008, 08:44 AM
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rod bolts in an L92/LS3 For an engine that will see 6500 rpm max. do you guys recommend upgraded rod bolts on these engines? I wasn't sure if this was like LS1's where it is a good investment to upgrade. Thanks.
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10-21-2008, 01:13 PM
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The GMPP LS3 crate engines (LS3, LS376/480, LS376/515 & CT525) use stock rod bolts and they have a recommended max RPM of 6600-6700. Chances are you'll be fine at 6500.
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There are numerous shops reving the LS3's out to 7k over on corvetteforum. I, so far, have had no issues reving to 65~6600rpm. I honestly don't think you would have even the slightest problem. I have yet to hear of a failure on these motors related to the rod bolts. However, if you want cheap insurance, go for it.
