Thanks for the replies so far. Blown353, I really couldn't agree with you more on your comments. The 1000 is just a number for kicks. It is cool to say it makes 1000. In all actuality I think @ 12 -14psi on that motor the power level will be sick for a pick-up. I think we'll need stock in BFG. The thing is we have the 502. It has a forged crank, pistons and steel rods. The heads will make great torque off boost and I agree that they will be limited on the top end. The static CR is 9.6:1, my thought was putting a bit thicker MLS head gasket on to lower the CR and increase the valve to piston clearance a bit. Although I havn't checked it to start so I'm not exactly sure that part is needed. Call it extra insurance. The main intent is to make as much consistant power as possible while still just hitting the key and going. I traded some e-mails with Shay Campbell and Jim who bought his Camaro and they said the 502 lived and it made I think 800 on pump gas. I may be mis- quoting here. Shay said he did nothing but change rocker arms. I'm thinking the head gaskets may help a bit. So now that I am done rambling, back to a question. What do you think this engine capable of and what components would you suggest Pro-Charger, TT etc. Thanks again for the help.
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