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Old May 10, 2007 | 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by 99/5.3w/hips
also can I ask why you are going with such low compression for that size block?

I didn't realize that 11.2:1 SCR was low.
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Old May 10, 2007 | 03:30 PM
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Originally Posted by adams2003
I didn't realize that 11.2:1 SCR was low.
It isnt necessarily low but its not as high as I thought it would be for that sized engine.

sorry I worded that wrong
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Old May 10, 2007 | 04:16 PM
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Originally Posted by 99/5.3w/hips
It isnt necessarily low but its not as high as I thought it would be for that sized engine.

sorry I worded that wrong

The problem with higher SCR with this sized motor is keeping the DCR in a optimal range. Especially when the cam for motor is not going to be paritculary big.
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Old May 10, 2007 | 04:32 PM
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Originally Posted by adams2003
Wow, that's almost the exact same cam richard recomended me. One question though. Do you think a 112lsa will give me enough vac for the brakes etc.?

I think it will, especially with that cubic inch.
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