well guys looks like the L98 in the 89' spun a rod or 2 or 3? it's dead. really sounds like crap. i would like to build a stout 350 with 450hp naturally aspirated and 550+ on juice .

1.) L98 Block - any suggestions for mods on that power level (main studs? will it hold up while on juice? splayed mains?)
2.) AFR 195's or 210's? (street/strip)
3.) Miniram Intake
4.) Compression Ratio - thinking around 10.3:1 (the max for pump gas in other words/alum heads)
5.) Engine will spin about 6500-7000 RPM Max (if it is not needed to spin that high to make that power, that's great)
6.) I would like to use roller lifters (any suggestions)
7.) 1.5 ratio roller tip rockers. (alum not good here?)
8.) And most importantly cam selection.......
this is where i am stumped. i would like to use a roller cam. i am uncertain if the hot cam would support 450hp? what cam would support that power level? any and all suggestions are welcome. help me out guys. i'm trying to make a fourth-gen killer. thanx.

Edit: 9.) The Crank - Forged Right?
10.) Pistons - Forged
11.) Rods - H Beam or I Beam (stock rods won't hold up):sillylol:

 

Oops , just saw you're throwing Miniram on there. What about exhaust? Get some SLP headers, normally as everyone on the exhaust board knows I'd recommend the Hooker cat-back, but with that much HP, a 4" system or duals might be the best way to go.

 

yeah i was gonna get the slp 1 3/4" non emissions headers. i was gonna make duals fit under car even though they might scrap over large bumps. i assume i will need larger injectors to feed the beast. 24 pounders not enough? well keep the info coming. thanks.

 

If you're planning on running true-duals, why not look into a longtube header and ceramic coat them? No use buying the SLP shorties, then "dualing" them...I don't see much benefit, plus you're paying for a y-pipe you won't be using.

 

Since you have to buy a forged crank, why not build a 383?

No need to spin that fast to make 450hp. You can make 450hp at 5500 rpms and spend less money on valvetrain and lowerend parts.

 

that's an idea.... long tube headers. i'm gonna need some ideas on making the true duals work. hmm yeah i was thinking about a 383. i haven't decided yet though. well if i do plan on building the 383 wouldn't i still need to get forged rods right? who sells a good 383 kit for a reasonable price? thanx for all the good info guys. keep it coming.

 

what about machine work that needs to be done to the block?

-Decking
-Align Boring?
other suggestions please insert here

thanx again