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Originally Posted by Spooler
If you go any higher, that is when you will need an intake manifold. The next question is what will it take to keep the head gaskets sealed up and at what point this needs to be addressed. It is right at the 800whp level is what you hear. You also hear all the fear tactics of needing a closed deck block, etc. The problem I have is the folks that are fear mongering it can't be trusted. Just look at their previous adventures. They are the only ones making the closed deck blocks also. If I had another choice or more data on it, I would consider it.
So, if you keep it under 800hp you will be a little less than what you think. If you want to chase the 1000hp number, it will cost you. The bad part is you may have to do it several times until you figure out how to keep the engine together. You will be your own R and D department.
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Nice words! I need to update my build sometime but these things you speak of I have been trying to. I decided that closed deck, despite the "fear mongering" as you put it, imo the best choice for where I'm rebuilding towards. I will definitely find out if the choice works or not and I will not be one who doesn't speak of my experiences. I have always told people about how my car journey has been going (I guess you can call it "R&D" now); for those who have been interested at least.
Here's a short list/summary of what I'm doing in case you weren't aware:
RJ Manufacturing Closed Deck
OEM VQ37VHR Crank
Carrillo VQ37VHR Rods
Traum Pistons 10:1
Built VQ35HR heads - Ferrea Comp Plus Valves, Tomei 272 10.8 intake and exhaust cams
Dynosty Head Gasket
625+ studs
Fast Intentions Stage 3 TT (65.67)