Redspad
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08-18-18 05:06 AM - Post#2743470
Question,,, I have a 1997 LS1 and trying to find out how much horse power this motor has is like pulling teeth. I went to the dealer and with the vin no. they found out nothing but the gear ratio is 3.15. All it says is it is a 5.7L, V-8 aluminum block and heads. Does any one know for sure. The dealer suggested I take it and do a dyno on it. 
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 wagonmaster
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Loc: Loganville, Ga.
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08-18-18 07:13 AM - Post#2743479
In response to Redspad
The 1997 is a 345 HP engine
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 TAT_2
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08-18-18 08:12 AM - Post#2743496
In response to wagonmaster
GUY I WORK WITH JUST GOT A 2003,FOUND A DYNO SHEET IN IT >>> 402 <<< HP TO THE WHEELS. IT HAS A DIFFERENT EX ON IT WITH A CROSS OVER PIPE. POSSIBLY A TUNE . ANY MOTOR WORK UNKNOWN BUT THE MOTOR LOOKS STOCK.NO VISIBLE MEANS IT WAS APART.
HEY JOE !!!
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Redspad
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08-19-18 05:06 AM - Post#2743579
In response to wagonmaster
Thank you sir, funny though I had a 69, 350/350 4 speed, 4.11, carbureted and this one just feels like more balls. I am sure it is the fuel injection and all the new tech.
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raycow
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08-19-18 09:23 AM - Post#2743594
In response to Redspad
The method of rating HP changed in 1972. You can see this for yourself by comparing 71 and 72 specs for the same engines. The 72 numbers are much lower. In the practical sense, this means that 72-up horses are "stronger" than 71-earlier.
Ray
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wagonmaster
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Age: 69
Loc: Loganville, Ga.
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08-20-18 05:50 AM - Post#2743704
In response to raycow
In 1972 they went to "net" horsepower ratings. The engines were rated with the accessories installed and with the additional drag they imposed on the engines. Hated the way it looked at the time, but understood why. Also, Corvette engine information plaques that appeared on the console did not come with horsepower listed as in previous years. Just omitted it because they seemed less appealing.
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Mercedes
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09-16-18 01:34 PM - Post#2746335
In response to wagonmaster
Today's base model Kia will probably outrun a vintage Corvette.
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wagonmaster
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 09-18-18 04:22 PM - Post#2746580
In response to Mercedes
And your point?
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rcr3
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09-19-18 02:16 AM - Post#2746623
In response to wagonmaster
Kia salesman?
'12 Cruze RS LTZ
'73 Nova hatchback Sold 12/23/12
'37 Chevy cp.SOLD!!6/7/14
'74 Nova Custom cp.
'73 Nova pro-street project
'17 Chevy Trax LT
'00 S10 Ex cab
'06 Z71 Sierra Ex Cab
'67 Camaro survivor
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TAT_2
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09-19-18 05:43 AM - Post#2746632
In response to TAT_2
2018 KIA STINGER GT >>> 365 HP OUT OF A 6 CYL
https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/a13819415/ki ...
SO THAT WOULD MAKE IT A MODERN DAY SLEEPER.
09 PONTIAC- VIBE
08 PONTIAC- G6
96 FURD F-150 SUPER CAB XLT 4X4
93 VETTE - 40TH ANIV RUBY RED LT1/6SPD/RAG TOP
NEXT ?
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PREVIOUS VETTE'S 58,68,70,76,78,85,90
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rcr3
"14th Year" Silver Supporting Member
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Age: 66
Loc: Manheim Pa. U.S.A.
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09-20-18 02:43 AM - Post#2746731
In response to TAT_2
Not exactly a "base model".
'12 Cruze RS LTZ
'73 Nova hatchback Sold 12/23/12
'37 Chevy cp.SOLD!!6/7/14
'74 Nova Custom cp.
'73 Nova pro-street project
'17 Chevy Trax LT
'00 S10 Ex cab
'06 Z71 Sierra Ex Cab
'67 Camaro survivor
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TAT_2
"17th Year" Silver Supporting Member, and Official CT Grim Reaper
Posts: 35298
Age: 65
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09-20-18 06:06 AM - Post#2746737
In response to rcr3
Not exactly a "base model".
YO !!!,,I WENT STRAIGHT 2 THE BIG GUN !!! 
09 PONTIAC- VIBE
08 PONTIAC- G6
96 FURD F-150 SUPER CAB XLT 4X4
93 VETTE - 40TH ANIV RUBY RED LT1/6SPD/RAG TOP
NEXT ?
*****
PREVIOUS VETTE'S 58,68,70,76,78,85,90
*****
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rcr3
"14th Year" Silver Supporting Member
Posts: 2986
Age: 66
Loc: Manheim Pa. U.S.A.
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09-20-18 06:45 AM - Post#2746746
In response to TAT_2
OY !!! 
'12 Cruze RS LTZ
'73 Nova hatchback Sold 12/23/12
'37 Chevy cp.SOLD!!6/7/14
'74 Nova Custom cp.
'73 Nova pro-street project
'17 Chevy Trax LT
'00 S10 Ex cab
'06 Z71 Sierra Ex Cab
'67 Camaro survivor
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Redspad
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Posts: 85
Loc: South West Florida
Reg: 08-15-09
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09-20-18 07:22 AM - Post#2746749
In response to rcr3
I do not want this to sound nasty but if that is all you can talk about is the junk KIA then don't put it on my form. I have no use for any of the far east cars.
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