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Old Mar 1, 2012 | 10:25 AM
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hi all,,

i have a C5 383ci blown by D1SC @ 16psi,,

what do you recommend for:

- engine compression
- cam
- spark plugs

thanks,,
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Old Mar 1, 2012 | 01:46 PM
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That is a lot of boost----I would never attempt to choose parts without the aid of an engine bulider-or attempt to build this motor at home--
Cam -heads- compression should be all chosen as a part of a comprehensive package
Spark plugs ?? strange question--after asking such serious mechanical ones-- but anyway aN NGK TR6 comes to mind as a popular s/c application
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Old Mar 1, 2012 | 01:49 PM
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Unless I have built a single digit LS/FI drag car or graduated from SAM in Houston, TX or have an extensive background in LS engine assembly.............I wouldn't answer a question like that

narrows the response pool down pretty good??

I think it's justified.

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Old Mar 1, 2012 | 01:59 PM
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16psi of boost is a lot for a street car.
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