408 Short Block Buildup (I need Suggestions)
02-13-2005, 02:37 PM
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408 Short Block Buildup (I need Suggestions)
Hey Guys I'm building a 408 Iron Block Short Block, I already have the Iron Block and suggestions from You on what other Parts I may need to Buy to complete my Short Block , I want to Purchase The Eagle brand Products due to my Budget . I have LS6 Heads but I'm waitng for the Short Block to be done first before I have them touched ..... Here are my needs on this Motor -- (500 N/A --300 Shot )
Thanks Fells , Erik.
Thanks Fells , Erik.
02-13-2005, 05:04 PM
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Re: 408 Short Block Buildup (I need Suggestions)
List of best parts at best prices
Eagle Forged Crank 4.00" Stroke
Callies 6.125" Forged LS1 Rods
Diamond Pistons 4.030 Bore
Diamond Pro-Select File Fit Rings
Federal Mogul Main Bearings
Federal Mogul Rod Bearings
Clevite Cam Bearings
ARP Main Studs
Custom Cam
These parts will allow you to make 800 engine hp safely.
The main problem with the Eagle Kits is lack of piston choice as you are stuck with a -2cc flat top which will give you a 12.5:1 compression ratio woth the LS6 heads. Diamond has a -15cc dish piston that will give you about 10.5:1 compression.
12.5:1 is not pump gas friendly.
Give us a call and we can talk to you about a package deal for doing the short block and heads.
Eagle Forged Crank 4.00" Stroke
Callies 6.125" Forged LS1 Rods
Diamond Pistons 4.030 Bore
Diamond Pro-Select File Fit Rings
Federal Mogul Main Bearings
Federal Mogul Rod Bearings
Clevite Cam Bearings
ARP Main Studs
Custom Cam
These parts will allow you to make 800 engine hp safely.
The main problem with the Eagle Kits is lack of piston choice as you are stuck with a -2cc flat top which will give you a 12.5:1 compression ratio woth the LS6 heads. Diamond has a -15cc dish piston that will give you about 10.5:1 compression.
12.5:1 is not pump gas friendly.
Give us a call and we can talk to you about a package deal for doing the short block and heads.
02-14-2005, 04:10 AM
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Re: 408 Short Block Buildup (I need Suggestions)
Originally Posted by Z28ERIK
If You wouldn't mind could You PM me a Price on all the Parts that You listed ? Thank You .
02-15-2005, 12:32 AM
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Re: 408 Short Block Buildup (I need Suggestions)
Originally Posted by BirchMan98z
hehe, I feel like I'm standing on the floor of my local speed shop watchin some guy strut around after makin the big sale.
Awesome !
Make sure that Guy Your making Fun of doesn't knock You on Your ***. 
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