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Forced Induction LT1 - PLEASE HELP QUICK!!!

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Old 12-06-2010, 08:30 PM
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Forced Induction LT1 - PLEASE HELP QUICK!!!

okay quick i need help, i want to force induction of my 1996 lt1 from an impala, and im told after like 8 psi its ****ed, so can someone help me. im looking for forged pistons and aluminum heads, first is this what i should do, and if so, what pistons and heads will do well with a great deal of intake, like 20 psi, as much as possible without replacing my block.

THANKS, these are going to be an xmas present so i need to know fast
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re: Forced Induction LT1 - PLEASE HELP QUICK!!!

Originally Posted by SS350scott
i want to force induction of my 1996 lt1
Ask here
https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/ltx-lsx/

and put a proper heading up like

" force induction LT1 questions "

and you might get some proper answers
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Re: Forced Induction LT1 - PLEASE HELP QUICK!!!

Use a SBC rotating assy thats boost friendly
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Re: Forced Induction LT1 - PLEASE HELP QUICK!!!

Contact Chad at Golen Engine Service. He is very knowledgable about LT1's especially forced induction LT1's.

He built my 383 LT1 D1SC Procharger build. I can safely run 12 psi and possibly 15 but dont plan to go that high for just a street car.
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