horse power rating on stock LT1

[Beast2831]

I think the LT1 can handle close to 500 hp. I know the crank and piston rods are rated for 500 hp. You can buy an LT4 kit that comes with cam, head, and intake for about$2500. It is said to put out about 425 hp. Thought about going that way myself, but I also have a 383 that is ready to go with about the same hp.