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Old May 2, 2012 | 11:18 PM
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I am currently looking at either a LS3 429 or the LSX 454 from Texas Speed and Performance. My goal is to be around 650 rwhp, not sure if I want to use a power adder at this time. I do like the idea of big cubes and a NA beast. This car is used for the occasional cruise to the local car meet, but will mostly be for drag racing.

Any thoughts?? Or Suggestions?


Also, anyone know of any other engine builders? I have been looking into Nickens Bros. Race Engines as well. I want to stay around the 11-13k dollar mark.
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LSX for NA build, and spray the heck out of it
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RHS makes a block you can take out to 515. Sounds like you got the money
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Call HKE in Houston. Tell them what your goals are and they should point you in he rich direction
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