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Old 08-09-2012, 05:43 PM
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Originally Posted by 98Dak408
A wide LSA, like a 114, among other things, is more computer friendly (unless the duration gets too large), produces better vacuum at idle...and produces a wider power range, with the peak power being higher in the rpm range.

A narrower LSA such as a 110, increases the overlap, produces a rougher idle, less vacuum...and a narrower power range, with peak power at a lower rpm, which is good for a heavier vehicle.

In general, around a 108 LSA produces the highest peak power as compared to a 114 LSA.

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got the heads shaved .040 and have them put back on with all stock valve train.truck runs good,ran a few miles and no problems yet,I only noticed more power in the upper rpm range.I'm gonna keep the 318 the way it is and find a 360 non-magnum and start building that.
 
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Hey Richard welcome aboard...Some of us Dakota guys drive Rams too.
Hey Dave! Glad to be here. I forgot you owned a Ram too. lol
 



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