Central PA Z
02-04-2003, 11:04 PM
Well, the parts are in and the block work is done, assembly is in the process. 355cid w/ forged JE pistons, Eagle 6" H beams, stock crank (for now), PP Stage II heads, XE 230 / 242 113lsa, 30# SVO's, Strange 12 bolt, skinnies and fats with a GM rebuilt 4L60E :cry: (Running out of $$$$) Anyway..... just wondering how brave I should go with a N2O setup?? I'm thinking NA I should be somewhere around 425hp. A N2O setup is new to me and of course I will have all the safety items in place. I've picked out a kit w/ some extra goodies for around 1200, just wanna know how big of a shot I could work my way up too. Any other advise is appreciated.
~John
GhostZ
02-05-2003, 01:29 AM
I don't know if you're going to see 425 at the wheels. What compression are you running?
As long as you have all the goodies to include fuel pump you shouldn't have a problem running upwards of a 200 shot. Since you have forged pistons and H-beams, you shouldn't be too worried and the stock crank is pretty damn tough.
Just make sure all your ducks are in a row as far as timing, race gas for a bigger shot, fuel pump and the safety goodies.
Work your way up and keep an eye on your setup.
RacinLT1
02-05-2003, 09:34 AM
Guys are spraying upwards of a 300 shot with a stock crank.
With the parts you have 200 would be good,but the trans wont last. Start off with a 100 and go from there,make sure you have a BIG trans cooler,that will help the trans some.......
COMNBYU
02-05-2003, 12:58 PM
yea, the stock crank is pretty strong, as has already been stated. the tranny will be your main problem. to be completely honest, if its a "mostly stock" rebuild, i wouldnt be suprised if it doesnt hold your NA power too long, much less the gas.
if your a betting man (and you have somthing else to drive), id get it really broken in well NA, and then start out with a 100shot.
you really need a race-prepped 60E or a built R4/350/400 to harness all that power.
good luck!
jon