Base engine's part list... should I consider anything different?
09-26-2018, 08:45 PM
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Base engine's part list... should I consider anything different? The LM4 (aluminum block, 5.3L)
- Stock crank, stock rods, new pistons for 10.5 - 11:1 CR. (hypereutectic or forged?)
- ARP main studs, heads studs, and rod bolts. (for added strength just because)
- GM 243 casting (LS6) cylinder heads w/ PRC Stage 2.5 porting work
- BTR Stage III LS1 camshaft (in their complete kit w/ .660" springs)
- GM LS6 intake OR Weiand LS1 intake (both with Holley 42lb injectors)
- PSI Standalone Wiring Harness for DBC
All of which is going into a '98 Chevy S10 (I know, boring) w/ a T56 hooked up to a shortened Ford 8.8 w/ LSD, 3.73 gears, and a 4-link setup.
I'm way new to the LS thing, so if anyone had to throw a best guess power number out there for this setup, what would it be?
- Stock crank, stock rods, new pistons for 10.5 - 11:1 CR. (hypereutectic or forged?)
- ARP main studs, heads studs, and rod bolts. (for added strength just because)
- GM 243 casting (LS6) cylinder heads w/ PRC Stage 2.5 porting work
- BTR Stage III LS1 camshaft (in their complete kit w/ .660" springs)
- GM LS6 intake OR Weiand LS1 intake (both with Holley 42lb injectors)
- PSI Standalone Wiring Harness for DBC
All of which is going into a '98 Chevy S10 (I know, boring) w/ a T56 hooked up to a shortened Ford 8.8 w/ LSD, 3.73 gears, and a 4-link setup.
I'm way new to the LS thing, so if anyone had to throw a best guess power number out there for this setup, what would it be?
09-27-2018, 10:32 AM
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09-27-2018, 11:54 AM
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If your sticking to the stock bore size you may want to speak to some cam vendors to see what their recommendation is for a cam on the 5.3L vs a LS1 cam (5.7L) I would guess you'll be in the high 300 wheel HP range if it stays a 3.78 bore.
What size header and exhaust will you run ?
What size header and exhaust will you run ?
09-27-2018, 12:12 PM
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If your sticking to the stock bore size you may want to speak to some cam vendors to see what their recommendation is for a cam on the 5.3L vs a LS1 cam (5.7L) I would guess you'll be in the high 300 wheel HP range if it stays a 3.78 bore.
What size header and exhaust will you run ?
What size header and exhaust will you run ?