jack46 Posted June 12, 2004 Share Posted June 12, 2004 I presently have a 383 SBC in my Z, and I am considering an upgrade. First I will be changing the suspension (9" Ford, tub, and ladder bars), then the engine. I can either build my 383, or use my LT1 from 93 Camaro, I have the full wiring harness, and a Vortech supercharger. I have an effective stall of ~2500 and 4.11 gears, and my goal is >=400 RWHP From what I have read, the 93 fuel injectors will be the first problem because of insufficient fuel flow. 1. Are the 93 Injectors too small for 10 - 12 lbs boost? 2. I prefer to use stock pistons (to save $$$), but is that being penny wise and dollar foolish? Or should I use forged pistons, and lower CR to <=9? (especially since juice might be added--no HP ever seems to be enough) 3. Will a reprogrammed chip handle the engine with an LT 4 Hot Cam without continual black smoke or other problems? 4. Should I sell the LT1 and simply build my 383? I have received conflicting advice from friends and other boards. Some say a MAP won't ever run right, others have said no problem with a chip. I wish I had a MAF but I have a MAP, and don't want to invest more $$$ into a setup that is doomed to fail, or perform poorly. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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