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Old 02-20-2014, 08:05 PM
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Im trying to figure out if i need a block girlde for my ls block. Shooting for 650 to 700 whp. At these levels, is a girlde needed?
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Old 02-20-2014, 08:15 PM
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If it were me, id get oe. Hope it kind of answers your question from a non technical view lol.
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Old 02-21-2014, 04:35 AM
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I'd highly recommend one.

Shameless plug, I have a GE girdle that I'm not using if you're interested. Just PM me.
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Old 02-21-2014, 06:26 AM
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I feel better knowing I have one. Cheap insurance imo.
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Old 02-21-2014, 07:00 AM
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i run a stock gsr one at 800+ no issues
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Old 02-21-2014, 08:08 AM
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Any thoughts on the 5 main girdles?

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Hmmm ok. Looks like ill b getting a girlde then. The 5 point one looks awsome .
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Any thoughts on the 5 main girdles?

I would for 1100hp+
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Mainstuds would also be a good idea too huh??
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Old 02-24-2014, 01:40 PM
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Mainstuds would also be a good idea too huh??
i did but alot of guys say its unnecessary.
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I run a OEM GSR girdle line-bored/honed with ARP studs for 662whp, looking for more power. I sleep better.
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i did but alot of guys say its unnecessary.
Yeah i keep hearing the same thing. Thats why I' . Asking lol.
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I had two lsv setups and spun a bearing twice smh I would either get one of those golden eagle girdles or get a gsr block and throw a ls crank in there.
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I had two lsv setups and spun a bearing twice smh I would either get one of those golden eagle girdles or get a gsr block and throw a ls crank in there.
Dang that blows.
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Dang that blows.
Yea I now have a type r block with ls crank and rods, best of both worlds
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