2010Imperial

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

2010Imperial

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

2010Imperial

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..

2010Imperial

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

ForceFedC5

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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

2010Imperial

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

ForceFedC5

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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

2010Imperial

What do you have in a stroked LS3 platform?

ForceFedC5

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

99 Black Bird T/A

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

2010Imperial

That's not my tax bracket. lol

2010Imperial

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

wannafbody

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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.

2010Imperial

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

ForceFedC5

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

2010Imperial

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

Che70velle

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2010Imperial

Thanks Che70velle! I appreciate that

2010Imperial

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?