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Old 12-21-2016, 11:41 AM
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Default Budget lq4 build. What do you think?

Here is my set up. I know I am leaving a lot on the table with the cam but the motor should make 400+ for not a lot of $$$

05 lq4 block and crank
ls2 rods and pistons
862 heads with 317 intake valves 2" and ls3 blue springs
ls9 cam.
Everything else is stock!
I figure the compresstion will be right around 11 to 1.
I will be turboing it in the future but I will be putting the 317 heads back on to drop the compression back down.
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OK, except for the Blue springs.
Your LS-9 camshaft is a good choice for boost.
You should fit a NASCAR GN West PSI 1511ML Valve Spring.

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What is wrong with the springs? they are brand new and rated at .570" lift? I am going to put better springs when i go turbo.
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For like 170 bucks more,

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Originally Posted by C10Lm7
Here is my set up. I know I am leaving a lot on the table with the cam but the motor should make 400+ for not a lot of $$$

05 lq4 block and crank
ls2 rods and pistons
862 heads with 317 intake valves 2" and ls3 blue springs
ls9 cam.
Everything else is stock!
I figure the compresstion will be right around 11 to 1.
I will be turboing it in the future but I will be putting the 317 heads back on to drop the compression back down.
did you have to get it re balanced after new rods and flat tops?



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