Thread: 350 cu in LT5
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Old 09-23-2014   #10
XfireZ51
 
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Default Re: 350 cu in LT5

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Originally Posted by Pete View Post
I think if a LS motor can crank 500 rwhp from 350ci, I don't see why we couldn't get that from the 350ci LT5.

I think with some more compression among other things could be done but this will basicly be a race motor need to run hi octane/race gas and be loud.

Most want a nice quiet driver.
Pete
Pete,

For me, the possibility of owning a 5.7L motor that is putting down upwards of 550chp and yet idle at 850-900rpm without sounding like a bathtub draining was what attracted me. Aesthetically, its a great looking motor and one that isn"t seen very often.
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