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383, AFR heads, TPIS base, siamessed runners...427hp???

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Old Oct 23, 2005 | 06:22 PM
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383, AFR heads, TPIS base, siamessed runners...427hp???

I read in the TPIS book that 427HP is possible with this setup...does that sound realistic???? I need todo a motor this winter and was wonder what would be the best setup for around $5000ish that would put out a minimun of 400hp

I already have the TPI setup...so just need the motor....will 5K be enough???
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Old Oct 23, 2005 | 09:12 PM
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Rear wheel, not even close.
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Old Oct 25, 2005 | 11:51 AM
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whats the diff between gross and net??
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Old Oct 25, 2005 | 01:27 PM
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Gross - Open headers, no accessories, no water pump, no air cleaner.

Net - All accessories, water pump, air cleaner, full (muffled) exhaust system.
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Old Oct 25, 2005 | 01:44 PM
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Old Oct 25, 2005 | 06:24 PM
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