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Old Sep 2, 2014 | 08:54 AM
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I have a 1998 firebird with and ls1 motor in it from previous owner and just got it. Going to go forged internals. Im intrested in help for a build looking to get at least 450 to 500hp n/a and throwing a 150 to 300 shot of nitrous on help with a build please.
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How much you looking to spend on the top end?
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Prolly round 1 grand to 2500
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So you want heads, cam, forged internals and other miscellaneous for no more than $2500?
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Give er take yes. What would you recommend for a build
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For $2500 you are going to budget your options. A good set of completed heads alone will range from $1000-$2500 and now you will need a cam, springs, and accessories, plus forged pistons and rods. I went with Thompson Motorsports for my forged LQ9 and am very happy with the purchase. I'd start by giving them a call.
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Forgot to add ill be doing most of the work myself me n my dad.
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That will obviously help, but realize the parts alone from a reputable source are going to be in that range after its all said and done. Then there's tuning as well
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For $2,500? Cam, stock heads, stock bottom end, long-tube headers, good fuel and nitrous system and tune. And it will be TIGHT on that budget.
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