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Old Jun 11, 2006 | 08:31 AM
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How much HP can you get out of a L-48 engine (1980) with basic bolt on mods like headers, duals, air cleaner etc.
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Old Jun 11, 2006 | 08:41 AM
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How much HP can you get out of a L-48 engine (1980) with basic bolt on mods like headers, duals, air cleaner etc.
All I can say is when I put headers and larger pipes on her, there was a NOTICABLE increase in power...exactly how much horses...dunno..but she runs MUCH better being able to breath...and a K&N filter won't hurt either...
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Start w/ exhaust & more cam for L-48 is needed. 300+ possible.
http://www.corvettefaq.com/c3/ganeyexhaust.htm
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Old Jun 11, 2006 | 09:26 AM
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you can also check here---http://wiki.corvettefaq.com/index.php?title=Engine
but exhaust is no# 1
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Old Jun 11, 2006 | 01:13 PM
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Thanks. I thought exuast was a big factor. Good links too.
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