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This is not third-gen related but, anyone know how it's possible to get a 496 big block? What bore and stroke combination would that be? I tried running different overbores and rod lengths and couldn't come up with anything that matched. Are they aftermarket rods with a different length? Different crank maybe? I'm considering buying this car and just wanted to know what I'd be getting.
With some expensive lightweight parts it could rev as high as a small block but most big blocks don't like going above 6500. That's a lot of weight moving around inside the engine.
With the proper choice of parts, any big engine can produce lots of power below 6500 rpm anyway. I only shift mine at 6400.
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All engine, no power adders! Bests: 9.029@150.45 (at altitude)
Theoretical sea level performance 8.623@157.05
the new HD trucks and full size vans have 8.1 liter (496 cubes) those make a crapload of torque 340 hp and 455 lb ft. we have one in the tow van and it yanks the spitfire around like nothing.
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