289 pistons
09-04-2005, 03:06 AM
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RE: 289 pistons
Yes stock pistons are aluminum. Not very good by todays standards, but yes...aluminum.
I don't know "exact power". There are just too many ways to get there. I have built some NA 260 lbs/ft torque / 300hp 289's that have had good longevity with reworked stock rods. It also depends a lot on the car and driver, and if you can hand select the internals.
I think a real good builder could probably get more. Tools, time and experience are the biggest factor when using stock components. I think a "newb" with some guidance could get at least 225 lbs/ft and 265 hp and still have a durable street setup.
I don't know "exact power". There are just too many ways to get there. I have built some NA 260 lbs/ft torque / 300hp 289's that have had good longevity with reworked stock rods. It also depends a lot on the car and driver, and if you can hand select the internals.
I think a real good builder could probably get more. Tools, time and experience are the biggest factor when using stock components. I think a "newb" with some guidance could get at least 225 lbs/ft and 265 hp and still have a durable street setup.
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