How much Hp before & after ?

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03-19-2009, 09:39 PM

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mjr46

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if you plan to put 14 psi on top ofthe stout runner you have now, take a good look at the pic joel posted............

03-19-2009, 10:20 PM

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minnow81469

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ouch joel that doesnt look good

03-19-2009, 10:29 PM

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ouch joel that doesnt look good

It's nothing a little Elmers glue and duck tape can't fix!

03-19-2009, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Joel5.0

Just make sure you don't end with something like........

Another stock 302 with a "little" boost...... the TwEECer should help you prevent it.

i'd jump off a bridge after that

03-19-2009, 11:59 PM

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i'd jump off a bridge after that

I think I would assume the fetal position and weep like a little school girl, that sux!

03-20-2009, 06:16 AM

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So 450 rwhp is too much for the stock block.

03-20-2009, 06:38 AM

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So 450 rwhp is too much for the stock block.

Nope..... the tune is what's important.

03-20-2009, 01:18 PM

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+1 for the tune. ive seen stock blocks (NOT the stock shortblock mind you) handle around 550rwhp, but thats playing with fire like you cant believe. id say throw in a lightweight rotating assembly, neutral balance if possible. the biggest problem with the 302 block are the weak main caps. if anything use a 28.2 oz crank since it has lower operating wear on the caps than the 50 oz.
good crank, strong rods, and good forged pistons and a SAFE tune, will let you keep it alive longer than a stock shortblock.