for all the guys thinking of a cool V8 project check this engine, simple little all aluminum 5.3L LS build 491HP Options

[byndbad914]

I have mentioned this combo on and off to a couple of people but I had lost the link to the build... recently ran across it and found out why I lost the link (once it went into a magazine I suspect the build thread needed removed).

http://www.camaroperformers.com/camaro-tec...gine/index.html

Such a sweet little combo, pump gas, even the cheaper build with stock heads made great power. Me thinks a perfect, light-weight all alum ~320ci LS Chevy build for a teener. Keep the 5.3L dish pistons instead of the 4.8L flattops too and the power would come down slightly but ensure running on any pump fuel.

Nice read if considering a V8 project street car.

[byndbad914]

bummer Chris. Not familiar enough with Bill's to make any comments tho' I certainly know the car, but can say that if everything is kept within reason, 450-500HP is obtainable with a very street-able LS combo.

My 525HP 353 SBC has a lot going on to guarantee that power is made without any worry regarding longevity, but I have shaft mount rockers, really good heads, etc etc, so yeah, going over 500HP can come with a bigger price tag, as your customer is finding out, but keeping an LS combo simple like the one in the article should provide plenty of longevity and great street power, even street with fun track day power.

Again, I would stay with the dish piston, take a slight power hit and ensure it will run on any fuel.