Well, I'm officially hooked. Some of you may remember that I recently had an STS kit installed on my Vmax LQ9. At 9psi, it's like adrenalin being directly injected into your arteries each time you hit the accelerator.
That being said, I know it's only a matter of time until I'll need a stroker. An FLT LVL 4 transmission is already in the immediate plans. I know most of the "stroker" talk around here is tied to the number 408, but before I dove in that direction, I wanted your opinion based on what I'm after:
My truck is used daily, and by that I mean the truck sees 400 miles a week. I want an engine that has excellent drivability, a smooth idle (no noticeable lope), minimal valvetrain noise, and the ability to handle ~15psi on an irregular basis. Also, being that I burn up so many miles a day, an engine with a sane level of fuel consumption is definitely desirable. The truck will see a drag strip only 3 or 4 times a year; the rest being street use.

I realize that there is not one perfect solution, being that I'm after a "Jack of All Trades" type engine but what displacement/setup would meet my needs most closely? I'm willing to spend up to $9000, and want to use quality components.

Thanks!!

Ross

 

You could use your stock crank and go with forged rods and pistons (cheapest option) and still hold 800hp. Or fully forged with a 4" stroke crank and have a 402. Hope this helps.

Eric

 

I daily drive mine, and can't really imagine the need for a stroker on top. Get a good set of rods and pistons. And you can make as much power as you probably need. With ARP bolts of course. Also, I would imagine you would want a level 5 not 4 for your level of power. But FLT could say for sure.

BTW I get around 18mpg on the highway.

 

If you go up to a 408 it will take more gas for that many cubes to run. A 370 would be perfect for the 67. Mine was right at 600 rwhp at 12 psi on a 370.

 

Thanks for the replies guys.

So with a forged 370, there would be no need for a forged crank? Being that I drive 99% of the time on the street, would the extra torque of the 402/8 be desireable, or not enough to make a difference?

Finally, what makes a 377, and would this be a good compromise?

Thanks again!

 

You might re-consider and go level 5 or to a 4L80e if your going to go big .

 

Sorry guys, I meant an FLT LVL4 4L80e

 

When it comes time for my new vehicle/motor, I'll likely be getting a forged 346 with a KB 2.6L mounted on top. That should hold the boost and give me what I want for mileage. More cubes, more fuel consumed at cruising speeds.

 

Why would you back down on cubes? Going from 364 to 346? I guess wouldnt be that much diff.

 

Probably fuel mileage. just not sure how much better .3 of a liter makes. I do know that my 6.0 sucks lots of gas.