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Old 11-22-2008, 08:07 AM
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Originally Posted by gearhead1186 View Post
700-800 rwhp is more then enough with me.

Im sure an ls7 can be built to that power level breathing on its own.
I'm gonna say you'll have a tough time getting a naturally aspirated LS7 to 700-800 rwhp. With some nitrous, yeah. If you prefer track duty over street duty drop the 700-800 rwhp goal and build a solid 500-550 rwhp LS7 combo with the proper coolers for oil, ps, etc. and go have a blast. It will be a much better car on the track, easier to drive, easier on parts, and likely faster on a road course than an 800 rwhp monster. Work on reducing weight, getting the car balanced, proper suspension, and most importantly the driver factor................ a great driver can kick ass in a rental car...........

If the track will only be a small portion of what you do with the car and you need that power, then forced induction is the way to go.



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