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what size t/b do you recommend?

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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 09:51 AM
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Default what size t/b do you recommend?

i am in the process of building a 600 hp 396ci. what size t/b will i need to flow enough air to the motor? i have a 52mm now.

i am also thinking 42 lbs injectors..and fast engine management.

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Old Jun 9, 2005 | 12:33 PM
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what are your head flow numbers?
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310 intake, 225 exhaust..

flatlanders stage 3 edlebrock vic jr's...

most likely i will change my miniram out for one of jeb's single plane vic jr intakes.. not sure yet..
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I would say to do one of three:

58mm = 1050CFM
the mono blade that does =1300CFM
or modifiy to accept one of the new HUGE LS1 style mono blades.

For an estimated 600+ hp I would think 58mm would be a minimum. IMHO
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