Best Block to Start with

**fastz99** · 06-25-2006, 08:21 PM

im thinking of getting a new block and building it. What would be the best block to stroke. i was thinking of the ls2 block. if anyone has any ideas that would be helpful.

**Mr. Luos** · 06-25-2006, 08:26 PM

You will get different answers.

I personally went with the LQ9 block for my 402. A little heavy, but it was cheaper and iron is stronger. But of course, you need a LOT of power for that to matter.

The LS2 block is a good starting point for sure!!!

**SLED28** · 06-25-2006, 09:07 PM

LS2 block for sure! I can get you one if needed, a friend has one he's not using....

**ninobrn99** · 06-26-2006, 03:32 PM

Im with luos. I also went with an iron block. i was a bit cheaper and went with a stock crank though, but same bore

370. A lot of people will say aluminum because its lighter and has handled high amounts of power and boost, but their sleeves are known to have issues. You dont see as many or any of those issues with iron blocks. Iron blocks are built for better tolerances, with that comes better life, oil comsumption and constant performance.

**fastz99** · 06-26-2006, 08:13 PM

i was thinking of going with the ls2 block. Oh and how much would he sell it for?

**SLED28** · 06-26-2006, 08:46 PM

You don't need a iron block unless your looking for 1000+ hp. I have made 815 rwhp with a turbo'ed 347 stock LS1 aluminum block!
He has the 402 LS2 shortblock forsale at $4400... Did you need heads also?

**fastz99** · 06-26-2006, 10:51 PM

Thanks for the help i dont have the money right now but im getting ideas. Are AFR heads the best to go with on a ls2?

**SLED28** · 06-27-2006, 07:15 AM

all the sets of afr's i've used all made great power, so you won't go wrong thats for sure!

**fastz99** · 06-27-2006, 12:52 PM

thanks for the advice

**SLED28** · 06-27-2006, 01:09 PM

No Problem man, anytime.

**ramrod** · 06-27-2006, 10:54 PM

Originally Posted by SLED28

You don't need a iron block unless your looking for 1000+ hp. I have made 815 rwhp with a turbo'ed 347 stock LS1 aluminum block!
He has the 402 LS2 shortblock forsale at $4400... Did you need heads also?

Lol! I am new on here, but I want 1000+hp.

**SLED28** · 06-28-2006, 06:11 AM

I used to have 1000hp LT1 back in the day... 396 that made 500rwhp and a 500hp shot of nitrous! Now I just have a stock 98!!

**ramrod** · 06-28-2006, 10:19 AM

Originally Posted by SLED28

I used to have 1000hp LT1 back in the day... 396 that made 500rwhp and a 500hp shot of nitrous! Now I just have a stock 98!!

I can respect that!

**SLED28** · 06-28-2006, 11:21 AM

Originally Posted by ramrod

I can respect that!

It also went 9.11@155mph @ 3415lbs back in 1999!! (no lock up tranny either!) With a lockup it would have gone 160+

**ramrod** · 06-28-2006, 01:50 PM

I would have to say from being new on here, and getting some great feedback. I am defin going with the LS2. I know Bob at Exotic talking to him today, and taking the time out has guided my mind towards a good direction. Also would like to thank you Dave! Let my bank account deprive for a higher satndard, No! (Higher Horse Power)

**SLED28** · 06-28-2006, 05:19 PM

Hey Josh no problem, this is what happens when you love your job! I could talk with you guys 24/7!

**SLED28** · 06-29-2006, 07:39 AM

Originally Posted by ramrod

I can respect that!

Check this out Ramrod

Here's a shirtload of pics of the car, just go to the folder 'SLEDEFi'
http://webhome.idirect.com/~ykwdxdtf/

**ramrod** · 06-29-2006, 08:19 AM

Originally Posted by SLED28

Check this out Ramrod

Here's a shirtload of pics of the car, just go to the folder 'SLEDEFi'
http://webhome.idirect.com/~ykwdxdtf/

Now only if I had a LT1 F-body LOL!! That car, Dave had to been a blast down, (and I mean 500 shot blast down the track!) Awesome. I am looking at your pics now.