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Old Dec 9, 2012 | 10:02 AM
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What is a good low compression piston that is cheaper and wil make good power with boost? Gsr motor.. Vitara/JE/wiseco/cp/etc etc.. And a good set of rods to go with it?.
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Old Dec 9, 2012 | 11:53 AM
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Old Dec 9, 2012 | 12:50 PM
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That's my color Marc!
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Old Dec 9, 2012 | 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by BoosteD-EJ8
What is a good low compression piston that is cheaper and wil make good power with boost? Gsr motor.. Vitara/JE/wiseco/cp/etc etc.. And a good set of rods to go with it?.
Please quantify the word "good", "cheaper" and the term "good power" if you want serious answers.
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Old Dec 9, 2012 | 05:47 PM
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A reputable piston good for 400hp or in that ballpark. Stock sleeves are only good for up to 500hp to my understanding.As far as cheaper what's a good price.
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Old Dec 10, 2012 | 01:27 AM
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running eagle rods and arias pistons 9:5:1. ported the head and REV valves. still have the STOCK gsr cams. hopeing for 600 out the stock block.
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Old Dec 10, 2012 | 03:18 PM
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How much did the pistons and rods run you? Price wise
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