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allthrtl · 12-12-2003, 04:05 AM

Eric, are you sure you REALLY wanna build a 400-450 hp daily driver? Don't get me wrong, I love a hot rod and outside of a few lost years, I've always driven one as a daily driver. But, to get this kinda power out of a small block it's going to require some compression and rpm's. Personally, I don't like driving anything everyday with more than about 9.5:1. Around here, not that far from you, you just can't get much above 90 octane gas, so running more than that will most likely require better gas which comes at a premium price. Turning 6000-7000 rpm is going to require stronger parts. Also, they generally don't make a ton of torque down low where you want the power in a daily driver. I relate it to Harley's, which I know a great deal about, they make a ton of torque down low, which makes them a blast to ride, but they won't go 180mph down the highway...who needs to do that anyway... You gotta think about what this truck is going to be doing for you everyday, carrying your a$$ back and fourth to work and school. If you pay close attention matching up you cam and heads you can easily get 350 hp out this rig without breaking the bank....cheaper than a crate motor....spend the money you saved on getting that hp to the ground....gears-tranny-etc....you'll smoke all these punks riding around in the GT's and Firebirds... 450hp is real overkill when your talking light to light fun.....

Maybe I'm all wrong about what you'll be doing with the truck....Basically, I'm just saying consider what your going to be using it for....Then work from there.... I try to make mine as fast as possible, without loosing it's everyday drivability....

Most of all, have fun......

Nvbowtie · 12-12-2003, 08:16 AM

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[i]Originally posted by ocbaud

recommend me a set of decent hypertec.... pistons for a decent price. [/B]

Edit: Just to be on the safe side, inspect your block with your own eyes also, can never be to many eyes on checking a block. I keep wondering if I looked at the outer starter hole on mine and missed a crack or if it happened after.
(45 minutes run time & I am replacing my block now.)

http://www.northernautoparts.com/Pro...ctModelId=8961
Hypereutectic Pistons With Coated Skirts
Chevy 350 Hypereutectic Flattop pistons.
Manufacturer: Federal Mogul/Sealed Power
Model Number: H345NP30
Price: $ 12.64 ea
If you want Machined: part # H126CP
Price: $ 28.99 ea

or: the Kit> http://www.northernautoparts.com/Pro...ctModelId=1668
Chevy 350 STREET PERFORMANCE
Part #- HP350KH

Hasting or Sealed Power Moly Rings
Federal Mogul flattop HYPEREUTECTIC Pistons
Clevite Rod Brgs
Clevite Main Brgs
Clevite Cam Brgs
Melling or Sealed Power Hi volume Oil Pump
Crane Energizer Camshaft and Lifter Kit
Cloyes TRUE Roller Timing Components
Pioneer Frost Plugs
Felpro Gaskets
Make: Chevy
Model: all
Year: to 1985
Price: $352.54

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CR3 rods w/ARP Bolts
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12-12-2003, 04:05 AM	#51
allthrtl Available for Adoption Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lubbock Tx Posts: 177	Eric, are you sure you REALLY wanna build a 400-450 hp daily driver? Don't get me wrong, I love a hot rod and outside of a few lost years, I've always driven one as a daily driver. But, to get this kinda power out of a small block it's going to require some compression and rpm's. Personally, I don't like driving anything everyday with more than about 9.5:1. Around here, not that far from you, you just can't get much above 90 octane gas, so running more than that will most likely require better gas which comes at a premium price. Turning 6000-7000 rpm is going to require stronger parts. Also, they generally don't make a ton of torque down low where you want the power in a daily driver. I relate it to Harley's, which I know a great deal about, they make a ton of torque down low, which makes them a blast to ride, but they won't go 180mph down the highway...who needs to do that anyway... You gotta think about what this truck is going to be doing for you everyday, carrying your a$$ back and fourth to work and school. If you pay close attention matching up you cam and heads you can easily get 350 hp out this rig without breaking the bank....cheaper than a crate motor....spend the money you saved on getting that hp to the ground....gears-tranny-etc....you'll smoke all these punks riding around in the GT's and Firebirds... 450hp is real overkill when your talking light to light fun..... Maybe I'm all wrong about what you'll be doing with the truck....Basically, I'm just saying consider what your going to be using it for....Then work from there.... I try to make mine as fast as possible, without loosing it's everyday drivability.... Most of all, have fun...... __________________ 1983 C10 SWB 2001 Silverado SWB 1995 Corvette



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