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Dec 18, 2018 | 02:17 PM

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I don't think ANYBODY could talk me into going from a 6.2 to a 5.3 in my '10 Camaro....Not unless I was going max effort twins

Dec 18, 2018 | 02:18 PM

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For 700HP a stock block option is likely your best bet. There is really no need for anything aftermarket at that power level. Our forged piston and rod Iron 5.7 is $2899, the aluminum $3599. Both will do all you want and more with a rating of 800HP.

I would rather the stroked 6.2, I think. Rather than stock stroke and more cam

Dec 18, 2018 | 02:20 PM

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I mentioned the "end" goal of 700, but that of course wouldn't be all motor. Probably end with a PD blower with lower boost to achieve that last bit. But that would be in a few years..

Dec 18, 2018 | 09:18 PM

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Then again, I say 700 until I get used to it. I just want a stout short block. So I can throw...whatever at it. But, I can assure you, it will never be a MAX effort car. lol

So, I am building for 700 now, but may get to 900. Who knows. I will know the short block will be good though

Dec 18, 2018 | 09:24 PM

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When I said 5.3 I thought you were going forced induction. If that's a plan for later, than I think cubes are KING

If you have the budget, just get it over with and get the Dart 427

Dec 19, 2018 | 06:59 PM

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When I said 5.3 I thought you were going forced induction. If that's a plan for later, than I think cubes are KING

If you have the budget, just get it over with and get the Dart 427

No problem man. I appreciate the input. I def am looking at cubes on a small budget. Which initially lead me to Livernois. They just haven't "sold" me on their short block. A Dart 427 just isn't in the budget. It will have to be an aluminum LS3 block

Dec 20, 2018 | 12:05 AM

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I would ask Kyle what he can do for you. I know they do a ton of different engines. You never know when he'll give a crazy deal on something. Best of luck and keep the thread updated

Dec 21, 2018 | 10:56 PM

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What do you have in a stroked LS3 platform?

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Dec 22, 2018 | 05:50 PM

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What do you have in a stroked LS3 platform?

FYI, Thompson is on vacation until Monday, December 31st. I'm sure the wait will be worth it.

Dec 24, 2018 | 08:34 AM

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Sounds like a Texas Speed
427 Cleetus-Mcfarland-Leroy 1.0 short block
could be a potential contender.

Dec 24, 2018 | 10:14 PM

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Sounds like a Texas Speed
427 Cleetus-Mcfarland-Leroy 1.0 short block
could be a potential contender.

That's not my tax bracket. lol

Dec 24, 2018 | 10:15 PM

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I'm leaning more towards a TSP 429 LS3.....

Dec 25, 2018 | 10:48 PM

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I used to own a 94 Mustang 5.0 . Livernoise was doing Ford stuff back in the late 90's. They've been in business for a long time. They seem to have a good reputation.

Dec 28, 2018 | 04:08 PM

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All things being equal, what would be the horse power difference between a 416 and a 429 LS3 block?

Dec 28, 2018 | 05:45 PM

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All things being equal, what would be the horse power difference between a 416 and a 429 LS3 block?

Assuming the same heads probably 1 to 1.25hp per cube difference. Negligible

Dec 29, 2018 | 08:53 PM

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Is there a difference between a VVT block and a non VVT? Is it just in the valley cover and the timing cover? I kind of want to keep the VVT

Dec 29, 2018 | 09:11 PM

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Is there a difference between a VVT block and a non VVT? Is it just in the valley cover and the timing cover? I kind of want to keep the VVT

Blocks are the same. Only difference is front cover, VVT harness on the front cover, and the actual VVT mechanism which bolts to the front of the cam. Valley cover...your thinking DOD. VVT has nothing to do with valley cover.

Dec 29, 2018 | 09:16 PM

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Thanks Che70velle! I appreciate that

Jan 6, 2019 | 10:16 PM

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I got the engine out today. Tore it down and took off a rod cap. Tried spinning the engine over. It is still froze.
Pulled the engine with the torque converter still attached. I hope I didn't mess up the transmission input shaft. lol.
Any advice on getting the converter off with the rod still stuck?

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