Built engine question
 

Are forged pistons necessary or can I just use rods? I want to keep the same ratio as stock anyways.

There hasn't been any reported cases of busted pistons to my knowledge. Only busted stock rods.:iono:

FYI my goal is to be around around 450 hp when it is built. Valve springs will be installed as well. What are your opinions on stock vs forged pistons?

Replacing one without replacing the other seems a bit of a waste.

Better to just make sure everything is on the same page. Despite the main weakness being fixed, it opens up other problems for parts not up to that level.

I think the stock item is pretty good but if you're aiming for 450Bhp then I think you'll have an easier time getting there with a slightly lower ratio and more boost I mean 10.5:1 is still a reasonable level of ratio for a boosted engine

With the stock compression you are fighting Knock to make power. Requiring Higher Octane to compensate. Spend a bit more for Pistons at the same time. I can tell you rods and pistons in our block with Valves springs can yield OVER 700 HP.

I still envy you Yanks with your e85 fuel :( wish we had that in the UK

'Murca!

Can I have some of that sweet, sweet freedom sent over via bald eagle please?

That makes sense. I'm running a flex fuel kit, so it will be on e85 for that kind of power. My tuner was saying that lowered compression wasn't necessary.

I will definitely look into forged pistons now. Thanks for the heads up.

Does your builder realize its a factory 12.5:1 compression motor?

Lots of big power cars on stock compression levels. A good tuner can handle it.

Yes. I thought the same thing, but he said that's the way he prefers it.

UAE TOO PLZ :bonk:

Helps keep the lag down. And if your running e85 full time even more reason to keep stock comp. ratio.