LS6 Block Strength
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Melting Slicks
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LS6 Block Strength
I'm interested in hearing how far and for how long forged ls1/ls6 blocks are being pushed. The engine builder I talked to a while back prefers the ls2 block. Who is pushing 800-1000rwhp on an ls1-ls6 block?
Melting Slicks
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Made 787rwhp on a STOCK LS6 block and internals. No issues. Going for more power so we yanked the setup but,...if the internals held up well at that level, I am more then sure this block will withstand 1000rwhp.
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for how long did you run that setup?
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Melting Slicks
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As far as reasons to do it? Cost and simplicity come into play. I'd like to build a low cost, strong engine and let the boost make the power.
LS2/LS3 swaps are going to require a new block plus new covers and I believe some sensors.
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Those that are running their ls1 and ls6 blocks. Who actually races (not occasional street WOT) Who races on a regular basis? I'd like to see the internals after one full season of drag racing. Elsewhere (other tech related sites) people see a lot of walking in the mains. Even on iron blocks.
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Those that are running their ls1 and ls6 blocks. Who actually races (not occasional street WOT) Who races on a regular basis? I'd like to see the internals after one full season of drag racing. Elsewhere (other tech related sites) people see a lot of walking in the mains. Even on iron blocks.
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Those that are running their ls1 and ls6 blocks. Who actually races (not occasional street WOT) Who races on a regular basis? I'd like to see the internals after one full season of drag racing. Elsewhere (other tech related sites) people see a lot of walking in the mains. Even on iron blocks.
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