427 versus 408
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427 versus 408 Trying to justify to myself building a 427 is worth the extra $$$ over a 408. LS7 style heads look to flow better than 4 inch bore versions but question is how much power is really there to be had.
Not looking for a drag engine, something that can be driven a lot in F body and put down 550 or so RWHP, have good street manners, be reliable and accept a little N2O at track.
Lastly, anyone using Lunati rotating assembly in a 427? Have had good experience with Lunati in BBC's, looking for LS feedback.
Not looking for a drag engine, something that can be driven a lot in F body and put down 550 or so RWHP, have good street manners, be reliable and accept a little N2O at track.
Lastly, anyone using Lunati rotating assembly in a 427? Have had good experience with Lunati in BBC's, looking for LS feedback.
What block are planning to use on 408ci or 427ci?? aluminum or Iron??
From those engine Id choose none LOL Go with LS3 418ci with the right cam/heads/intake will get you 550rwhp for sure and you can spray the car too and the price is awesome too..
is your car an M6 or auto?
Lunati is a great rotating assembly but expensive I used Wiseco pistons and Callies Rods and crankshaft in a couple of builds they're awesome and great price too.
GOOD LUCK
From those engine Id choose none LOL Go with LS3 418ci with the right cam/heads/intake will get you 550rwhp for sure and you can spray the car too and the price is awesome too..
is your car an M6 or auto?
Lunati is a great rotating assembly but expensive I used Wiseco pistons and Callies Rods and crankshaft in a couple of builds they're awesome and great price too.
GOOD LUCK
Trying to justify to myself building a 427 is worth the extra $$$ over a 408. LS7 style heads look to flow better than 4 inch bore versions but question is how much power is really there to be had.
Not looking for a drag engine, something that can be driven a lot in F body and put down 550 or so RWHP, have good street manners, be reliable and accept a little N2O at track.
Lastly, anyone using Lunati rotating assembly in a 427? Have had good experience with Lunati in BBC's, looking for LS feedback.
Not looking for a drag engine, something that can be driven a lot in F body and put down 550 or so RWHP, have good street manners, be reliable and accept a little N2O at track.
Lastly, anyone using Lunati rotating assembly in a 427? Have had good experience with Lunati in BBC's, looking for LS feedback.
Call Katech, I remember they had some Cola cranks laying around they were trying to sell awhile back. Perhaps one of the best crankshafts ever made. Not sure what strokes they were though.
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As for block, trying to decide between LSX iron or Darton MID sleeved LS1. Neither is what I would consider cheap but both appear very durable.
Lunati has a solid reputation and I believe still forges in USA. Guess you get what you pay for.
Car is M6.
Lunati has a solid reputation and I believe still forges in USA. Guess you get what you pay for.
Car is M6.
I would only do the sleeved ls1 if weight is an issue, and right now morris motorsports is selling ERL sleeved LS2 427 shortblocks 5000, 4500 if you can exchange either a LS2 or LS3 block.
sheesh wish i could throw 5K on a shortblock...and if you are looking for mid 500rwhp what do you plan on doing with your trans? my suggestion is call Joey at tick performance
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If your looking to spray then a 4" stroke would be better. The 408 will make the 550 just as the 427 but the bigger cubes should allow for a smaller cam and better drivability.
The rest is all about budget but a big heavy Lunati crank isn't the best choice here. If you have to have an American forged engine then we go to the Dragon Slayer and Carrillo rods. I would go with a re-sleeved LS2 as well an save the weight on the block too.
The rest is all about budget but a big heavy Lunati crank isn't the best choice here. If you have to have an American forged engine then we go to the Dragon Slayer and Carrillo rods. I would go with a re-sleeved LS2 as well an save the weight on the block too.
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I have been doing a lot of searching this and other sites regarding sleeving. What I have found so far appears to support that the Darton MID sleeved LS1 block with wet sleeves is more durable than a dry sleeved LS2/3 or LS7 block.
As not everything you find on net is accurate, would appreciate any further feedback.
Pricing I have found so far is that wet sleeve version costs more but if I have to purchase a LS2 block overall cost is about the same. (have a LS1 block)
Appears consensus so far is the LS7 heads are worth the difference - especially if can run a smaller cam with better drivabilty.
As not everything you find on net is accurate, would appreciate any further feedback.
Pricing I have found so far is that wet sleeve version costs more but if I have to purchase a LS2 block overall cost is about the same. (have a LS1 block)
Appears consensus so far is the LS7 heads are worth the difference - especially if can run a smaller cam with better drivabilty.
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The LSX case was too heavy for my application.
The Compstar is forged overseas
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I would go 427ci. I have a 402ci a cola crank from ktech and callies rotating assemb w/ported l92's stock l76 in a m6 car. 520hp. with the new fast ported,i should get 540hp from it. a 427 should gain even more .
