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11-23-2006, 04:27 PM
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i want to build my motor that that it will b able to hold more boost than 8-10 lbs when i super charge it. if i get al forged parts will it give me more power just by getting new internals or does it just make the motor stronger?
11-23-2006, 04:39 PM
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RE: forged parts
Forged pistons/rods/crank is just for strength. However, folks usually have the block/crank "blueprinted" as part of the build, which will decrease heat and increase power (a little).
BTW - you don't need a forged crankshaft unless you're going over 500 SAE hp
Also, if you're building a block to s/c, you have the opportunity to change your compression ratio. Many people will drop compression a little bit to allow for higher boost. There are many different opinions on which way to set it up, and it depends a lot on how you plan to drive the car (e.g. power vs. reliability).
BTW - you don't need a forged crankshaft unless you're going over 500 SAE hp
Also, if you're building a block to s/c, you have the opportunity to change your compression ratio. Many people will drop compression a little bit to allow for higher boost. There are many different opinions on which way to set it up, and it depends a lot on how you plan to drive the car (e.g. power vs. reliability).
11-23-2006, 05:31 PM
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RE: forged parts
ORIGINAL: jacrockett
Forged pistons/rods/crank is just for strength. However, folks usually have the block/crank "blueprinted" as part of the build, which will decrease heat and increase power (a little).
BTW - you don't need a forged crankshaft unless you're going over 500 SAE hp
Also, if you're building a block to s/c, you have the opportunity to change your compression ratio. Many people will drop compression a little bit to allow for higher boost. There are many different opinions on which way to set it up, and it depends a lot on how you plan to drive the car (e.g. power vs. reliability).
Forged pistons/rods/crank is just for strength. However, folks usually have the block/crank "blueprinted" as part of the build, which will decrease heat and increase power (a little).
BTW - you don't need a forged crankshaft unless you're going over 500 SAE hp
Also, if you're building a block to s/c, you have the opportunity to change your compression ratio. Many people will drop compression a little bit to allow for higher boost. There are many different opinions on which way to set it up, and it depends a lot on how you plan to drive the car (e.g. power vs. reliability).
If your goal is between 500 to 600 rwhp... Nodular Crank is the way to go. Thats what I'm getting.
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