Whos running an L8T block

CJZ-SS1LE · 11-27-2023, 02:07 PM

Thinking of switching over to L8T 427 short forged short block but wonderin how it would affect the way it felt being heavier.

PostalLDMC · 11-27-2023, 03:14 PM

If your VISA card is empty go for it more power is always good. But then again so is common scents!

jlaudio11 · 11-27-2023, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by CJZ-SS1LE

Thinking of switching over to L8T 427 short forged short block but wonderin how it would affect the way it felt being heavier.

Is this an NA deal or how much power are you trying to make? Below 1500 or so, the stock LT1 aluminum block will be just fine. The l8t does have longer cylinder bores which is better for a stroker, but I'm not sure I would add the weight of the iron block for that peace of mind. To answer your original question, yes you will feel the extra 100lbs. Can you get used to it? Of course but there will be a difference, diving into corners and a little bit lower ride height.

CJZ-SS1LE · 11-28-2023, 04:52 PM

Well going to a sleeved LT1 block it adds weight to the engine as well according to few sources round 50 lbs. So in reality not a ton more kver the sleeved block i was looking at. But for now this is goin to be NA build have a buddy needing a good sbe and mine has 12k on it and hes buying for a good price.

11-27-2023, 02:07 PM	#1
CJZ-SS1LE Drives: 2022 camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Utah Posts: 131	Whos running an L8T block Thinking of switching over to L8T 427 short forged short block but wonderin how it would affect the way it felt being heavier.

11-27-2023, 03:14 PM	#2
PostalLDMC Drives: 2022 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Apr 2021 Location: Upper Mid-West Posts: 277	If your VISA card is empty go for it more power is always good. But then again so is common scents!

11-28-2023, 04:52 PM	#4
CJZ-SS1LE Drives: 2022 camaro SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Utah Posts: 131	Well going to a sleeved LT1 block it adds weight to the engine as well according to few sources round 50 lbs. So in reality not a ton more kver the sleeved block i was looking at. But for now this is goin to be NA build have a buddy needing a good sbe and mine has 12k on it and hes buying for a good price.

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