How much WHP can a stock internal C7 LT1 handle?
11-01-2018, 11:12 PM
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How much WHP can a stock internal C7 LT1 handle?
I have a 2014 C7 Z51 with a stage 3 texas speed cam, a&a blower, 2 inch texas speed headers. Also have flex fuel sensor but cant use until i get injectors and fuel pump. Im at 665 at the wheels as of now. Just looking to get some insight on how much more i can go before i have to start building internals.
11-02-2018, 01:03 PM
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Yup. OP you're at the limit buddy unless you like to roll the dice. Build you a short block or buy you some drop in pistons.
11-02-2018, 01:12 PM
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11-02-2018, 01:25 PM
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11-02-2018, 02:28 PM
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"Handle" and SAFELY handle on an ongoing basis are two different things. Note well the feedback you've gotten, unless you want to start over from scratch and rebuild it correctly! 
11-03-2018, 10:15 AM
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I have a 2014 C7 Z51 with a stage 3 texas speed cam, a&a blower, 2 inch texas speed headers. Also have flex fuel sensor but cant use until i get injectors and fuel pump. Im at 665 at the wheels as of now. Just looking to get some insight on how much more i can go before i have to start building internals.
He that is ANT has a DIY on doing the job in here also.. Robert
11-03-2018, 01:28 PM
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have to get forged pistons. She's getting ready to blow. The crank is built like a battle tank.
11-03-2018, 10:59 PM
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I have a 2014 C7 Z51 with a stage 3 texas speed cam, a&a blower, 2 inch texas speed headers. Also have flex fuel sensor but cant use until i get injectors and fuel pump. Im at 665 at the wheels as of now. Just looking to get some insight on how much more i can go before i have to start building internals.
11-04-2018, 12:27 AM
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I have a 2014 C7 Z51 with a stage 3 texas speed cam, a&a blower, 2 inch texas speed headers. Also have flex fuel sensor but cant use until i get injectors and fuel pump. Im at 665 at the wheels as of now. Just looking to get some insight on how much more i can go before i have to start building internals.
11-04-2018, 07:09 PM
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He’s making too much power. Remember E85 requires more fuel for the same HP levels. If he tried E85 with stock LT1 injectors at 665 RWHP he would nuke the motor.
11-08-2018, 08:48 AM
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You are at the point now where we begin to recommend our Vengeance Racing LT1 Forged Drop In Piston Kit!
The pistons and rings are the weak point in the LT1 especially in boosted applications.
Our pistons are a direct drop in and are recommended up to 800rwhp and utilize the OEM Connecting rods and bolts.
We keep these in stock and ready to ship. I have included the link to our VR Forged LT1 Drop in piston kit below.
https://vengeanceracing.net/vengeanc...1-pistons.html
You are reach us at Sales@Vengeanceracing.net or 678-513-7105 if you have any other questions.
Let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.
We look forward to working with you.
Regards,
David @ Vengeance
The pistons and rings are the weak point in the LT1 especially in boosted applications.
Our pistons are a direct drop in and are recommended up to 800rwhp and utilize the OEM Connecting rods and bolts.
We keep these in stock and ready to ship. I have included the link to our VR Forged LT1 Drop in piston kit below.
https://vengeanceracing.net/vengeanc...1-pistons.html
You are reach us at Sales@Vengeanceracing.net or 678-513-7105 if you have any other questions.
Let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.
We look forward to working with you.
Regards,
David @ Vengeance
Last edited by Daniel@Vengeance; 11-08-2018 at 03:06 PM.
11-14-2018, 02:59 PM
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I never really investigated the C7 crank alone. How stout is it actually? I have another build coming up and am curious with a good set of rods and pistons how far it will go.
11-20-2018, 11:28 AM
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