Going to start ordering for 94GT build soon.

[C(gt)rey]

Getting just about ready to start ordering all the parts for my 94 GT build, just wanted to get a last opinion from you guys.
Please feel free for input, and Im sorry I know everyone hates theses (this is my plan post) but this is a little different.

This is just main stuff.
Plan:
DSS 331 stroker kit
DSS Level 20 CNC Race Prepped 302 block
Edelbrock Performer Aluminum Heads
Edelbrock Performer RPM II EFI Intake Manifold
Anderson B-41 Cam
Anderson/Vortech Stage II Si-Trim Kit Supercharger Kit
60lb Edelbrock Injectors
75mm TB
Need suggestions on MAF

 

[ProKiller]

looks good to me. really close to my setup.

 

[95opal]

Skip the BS. raceace prepped block and get yourself a dart block.

 

[BigTang]

Getting just about ready to start ordering all the parts for my 94 GT build, just wanted to get a last opinion from you guys.
Please feel free for input, and Im sorry I know everyone hates theses (this is my plan post) but this is a little different.

This is just main stuff.
Plan:
DSS 331 stroker kit
DSS Level 20 CNC Race Prepped 302 block
Edelbrock Performer Aluminum Heads
Edelbrock Performer RPM II EFI Intake Manifold
Anderson B-41 Cam
Anderson/Vortech Stage II Si-Trim Kit Supercharger Kit
60lb Edelbrock Injectors
75mm TB
Need suggestions on MAF, and Fuel Rails.

Why DSS? Why spend the money on the level 20? Its just a stock block no matter how you look at it.
Why those small heads?
What made you choose the anderson cam?
Why not a 347 over a 331? It'll make more power for the same money.
talk to you local tuner and see what maf they recommend, some are ok w/ the lightning 90mm since its a common one and many know how to deal w/ the transfer function on it.
I ran a 90mm L maf on my 302 w/ an anderson loadio and an A trim.

what are the plans for the car?
If you're set on a 331 i'd look at the boss block so you aren't picking up parts of the cam out of the oil pan when the the grand canyon effect takes over.

 

[BigTang]

Skip the BS. raceace prepped block and get yourself a dart block.

forgot about the SHP. go that route and do a 347.

 

[95opal]

Skip the BS. raceace prepped block and get yourself a dart block.

forgot about the SHP. go that route and do a 347.

Its amazing how many peeps fall for that race prepped block crap they try and push on ya. Very few actually understand that all in all its just a stock block.

 

[ItsASleeperTillItStartsUp]

I would go 347 and Turbo...

 

[Bad_SN95]

Eagle crank, Eagle rods, Diamond pistons. Stock block. Trick flow Heads, F cam, upper/lower intake, 24lb injectors, 70mm throttle body and 70mm MAF with a tune. put a 200 shot on it and let the bitch eat!

 

[C(gt)rey]

So I am pretty set on a 331 guys, I honestly could not tell you why Ive just always wanted to go 331 stroker. I just checked out some of the Boss 302 blocks and have changed my mind,

Why those small heads?

What heads would you recommend, I figured they would of been good for the setup.

 

[white95]

Before you get too far into everyones suggestions for heads n such, what are your intentions with the car? Street? Street/strip? Weekend toy? Uber-high flow heads and related cams may provide stellar numbers on a dyno but could equate to a turd in traffic.. After all, how many times do you hit 6,000 rpms going to McDonalds?

+1 Boss or Dart block

Also, ten people have ten opinions. Remember it's YOUR car and make decisions accordingly.

 

[BigTang]

no kidding, its easy to spend other peoples money.

After stumbling through my last build many times I'm a firm believer in patience paying off. Buy the best stuff you can afford so you don't have to do it 2 or 3 more times. Intakes and cams are chump change compared to dropping $4500 on a short block but they will kill a good foundation quicker than anything. As for heads on a supercharged car they will be the bottle neck and mean the difference between 450hp at 15psi or 500 at 12(you get the idea)

 

[white95]

Exactly, I stood at this very crossroads last year. I could either spend premium money on the top or bottom end. I chose to build a stout short block and upgrade the HCI down the road if needed. I doubt I'll come close to enough power to split my 351w SVO block!

Patience is paramount with cars. Most people go wrong because they want instant gratification.

 

[white95]

As for heads on a supercharged car they will be the bottle neck and mean the difference between 450hp at 15psi or 500 at 12(you get the idea)

+1 it's all about volumetric efficiency

 

[C(gt)rey]

Thank you everyone. I def have gotten the answers I was looking for in a round about way =)

 

[white95]

Welcome :wave:

 

[5litrarag]

Dart block or dont bother.

 

[C(gt)rey]

Dart block or dont bother.

Reason?

 

[white95]

Simply because only so much power can be made with a stock block. Sure there are people who've ran 10's or better with stock stuff but not for long. A stout 331 with a decent HCI and a blower will make enough power to kill a stock block with ease. A Dart block is kinda like carrying a condom, it's always there when you need it most.

 

[C(gt)rey]

That analogy just almost changed my mind =)).

 

[Paul]

Gosh, what ever did people do before Dart blocks were around. *rolls eyes*

If you want to stay around 500 horsepowers, have a safe tune, and won't be spinning it to the moon, the stock block will live a long happy life.


Oh, and I say just buy the new 5.0 coyote motor and put it in. I'm sure complete swap kits will be available shortly.

Paul.