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Head question
I am rebuilding my 429.I want to acheive 600+ HP , I have a set of c8ve heads,and a set of d0oe-r cobra jet heads. Could I get 600+HP out of the c8ve heads? If so I could sell the cobra jet heads and lower my costs a bit. I am running off road only, mud bogging and drags W.O.T all the time.
Will my stock crank hold up to that kind of power?
Will my stock crank hold up to that kind of power?
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It'll take a little more work to do the C8 heads but it can be done. I myself won't sacrifice a set of CJ heads. I have 2 sets & it kills me not to but...
BTW, I make over 700 & spray it & have no crank problems. Even went 8800 on a slipped second gear on the spray. Bearings are almost new looking!
BTW, I make over 700 & spray it & have no crank problems. Even went 8800 on a slipped second gear on the spray. Bearings are almost new looking!
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for what your going to pay to get the C8s reworked to make 600HP, you could get a set of aluminum SCJ heads or Edelbrock Victor JRs.
What compression, cam and carb(s) are you going to run? 600 from a 429 is a little tougher - have you though about a stroker kit?
Check out the 385 forum (link from my gallery). If you haven't been there before - you'll be surprised at the wealth of info on heads, cams, etc.
Good luck,
Mike
What compression, cam and carb(s) are you going to run? 600 from a 429 is a little tougher - have you though about a stroker kit?
Check out the 385 forum (link from my gallery). If you haven't been there before - you'll be surprised at the wealth of info on heads, cams, etc.
Good luck,
Mike
