Shortblock experts ....help
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Racer
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Shortblock experts ....help
On a LS1 block, what is the best crank, rods, pistons setup? I am looking at maybe a Lunati kit, maybe Callies crank, Oliver rods and Diamond pistons, don't which yet. This will be stock displacement and for a Twin Turbo set-up. Boost will be 15 to 17. Pros and cons or other recommendations are welcomed.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2003
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From: South Lyon MI
Re: Shortblock experts ....help (C5Coupe)
I can tell ya the stock crank is holding up to 800 plus RWHP on some of the cars over on the LS1Tech forum. Unless your stroking the engine I would stick with it. check out Manley and Eagle for rods, Diamond and JE make some pretty good piston and ring sets.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Mar 2002
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From: Tx
Re: Shortblock experts ....help (VETZILLA)
The parts you listed are all good and I agree with the above post about the stock crank. You may also want to consider ceramic coating the piston tops if you are going to really turn the heat up. You can also coat the skirts with an anti-friction coating, but some people seem to think that it just wears off.
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