Built block prior to going FI
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Originally Posted by Slows2k,Jan 17 2006, 05:24 PM
To cheaply lower static compression, without changing pistons.
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Stock pistons are forged. but to run 400+ WHP most people reduce static compression ratio. You can do this by a different dome height of piston, combustion chamber volume, or head gasket thickness.
If the block is sleeved, stock pistons can't be used.
If the block is sleeved, stock pistons can't be used.
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Originally Posted by Slows2k,Jan 17 2006, 05:38 PM
Stock pistons are forged. but to run 400+ WHP most people reduce static compression ratio. You can do this by a different dome height of piston, combustion chamber volume, or head gasket thickness.
If the block is sleeved, stock pistons can't be used.
If the block is sleeved, stock pistons can't be used.
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Originally Posted by 2QYK4U,Jan 15 2006, 05:09 PM
I am interested in going FI within the next year or so. The timing will primarily depend upon the whole DBW issue being resolved. Anyways, I will be shooting for big numbers--around 400-500whp--and therefore want to ensure the block is capable of supporting this type of power. I plan on having the block sleeved; ported/polished/blueprinted; titanium valves, springs, retainers; ARP head studs; TBD rod bolts; and TBD cams.
Would there be any drawbacks (potential problems) if I had my motor fully built prior to going FI? I don't (won't) have enough funds to have the motor built and a turbo kit installed, so I'll need to do it in stages.
Would there be any drawbacks (potential problems) if I had my motor fully built prior to going FI? I don't (won't) have enough funds to have the motor built and a turbo kit installed, so I'll need to do it in stages.
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