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and hence we all have our own builds. I would only consider a fully blueprinted forged component short block for 7500 RPM, and would even look into a LS7 crank / rod combo. Same goes for the powdered metal rods at 700 WHP. I was thinking I'm OK, but now would do the full piston / rod combo. This is what GPI says:
We have found LTI connecting rods during engine upgrades on stock forced induction engines which were slightly bent even though they were still asymptomatic.
Of course they are in the market to sell stuff. We do know the LT4 rod is stronger and the LT4 piston is a LOT stronger. For $1700 to $2500 vs $1200 for just pistons, I think I would go with a full rod / piston combo for anything over 600 WHP, down from my 707 WHP thought process a few months back.
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Forged short block, large duration sub .600 lift Cam Motion cam, 7200 RPM fuel cut, Pray Ported Heads, 3.85 pulley D1X, stage II intercooler, DSX secondary low side, DSX E85 sensor, Lingenfelter big bore 2.0 pump, ported front cats, 60608 Borla, LT4 injectors, ZL1 1LE driveshaft and Katech ported TB, ported MSD intake, BTR valvetrain, ARP studs, ProFlow valves, PS4 tires.
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