this engine good to 10-12 psi?

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Feb 14, 2007 | 08:24 AM

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RealQuick

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Originally Posted by 30thTA0525

ever seen one on an LT1 break or any SBC under 800rwhp or so for that matter?

No, but the crank walking some would concern me...

Feb 14, 2007 | 01:23 PM

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96TurboWS6

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No, but the crank walking some would concern me...

wont the studs and lower rpms prevent that?..I could see if I was spinning it to 6800-7k rpms..but ill be keeping it a little above stock rpms..

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Feb 14, 2007 | 01:33 PM

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CALL911

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I think it would probably be okay for a while. But I wouldn't count on it lasting the same as a 4 bolt setup would. I give you 25,000 miles or so if everything is tuned properly. If you want to play it safe, I'd just finish it off with everything (forged crank, 4 bolt mains, ect.)