horsepower??

[foxbodymike87]

how much hp can a MM block take..i want to put in 03-04 cobra internals and dont want to worry about the block.

[RacerX]

With forged internals, 800+ at the crank. WAP block has been taken over 1000, but, as those levels, an iron block would be a better option.

[SC Cheesehead]

how much hp can a MM block take..i want to put in 03-04 cobra internals and dont want to worry about the block.

A stock MM lower end will handle 450 hp, no problem. The pistons and rods re the weak links. What type of mods are you planning to do?

Just curious, why not just swap a Cobra short block if you're considering a change?

[foxbodymike87]

ok thanks..i want to be in the 700's at some point

[SC Cheesehead]

ok thanks..i want to be in the 700's at some point

Either an Aluminator or a CI Terminator my be your best bet.

[RacerX]

700's crank isn't a problem with our blocks. Not with stock rotating assembly of course.. ;)

[Bradley G]

I know of several stock block Marauders that did not handle 450 RWHP and some transmissions too. :eek:

A stock MM lower end will handle 450 hp, no problem. The pistons and rods re the weak links. What type of mods are you planning to do?

Just curious, why not just swap a Cobra short block if you're considering a change?

[LANDY]

I know of several stock block Marauders that did not handle 450 RWHP and some transmissions too. :eek: Yup some but with good tuning and maintenance they should handle 450rwhp all day long

[MOTOWN]

Yup some but with good tuning and maintenance they should handle 450rwhp all day long


Big+1 on that i agree 450+ hp on a stock block w/forged internals shouldnt be a problem if properly assembled/tuned:coolman:

[foxbodymike87]

A stock MM lower end will handle 450 hp, no problem. The pistons and rods re the weak links. What type of mods are you planning to do?

Just curious, why not just swap a Cobra short block if you're considering a change?

becuase those blocks can get pretty pricey..and i think its alot cheaper to just take the internals from a cobra and put them in the MM block..i goal is to do cams and headwork then a blower

[RacerX]

That'll work fine. Different main bearings on our WAP block than the Cobra iron. Low cr Cobra pistons tells me you're going high boost with ported heads and longer duration cams. :beer:

[RR|Suki]

I know of several stock block Marauders that did not handle 450 RWHP and some transmissions too. :eek:

I wouldn't blame the block for that, it's always something internal. If something breaks due to a bad tune or using stock parts at 450hp and puts a hole in the block, that's not the block coming apart, that's the internals becoming external. ;)

[foxbodymike87]

That'll work fine. Different main bearings on our WAP block than the Cobra iron. Low cr Cobra pistons tells me you're going high boost with ported heads and longer duration cams. :beer:

pretty much:banana:

[LANDY]

Big+1 on that i agree 450+ hp on a stock block w/forged internals shouldnt be a problem if properly assembled/tuned:coolman:even with the stock internals, my previous car was street tune at 448rwhp and race tune with 500whp and is still running good.

[foxbodymike87]

even with the stock internals, my previous car was street tune at 448rwhp and race tune with 500whp and is still running good.

dang..mabye ill just throw an eaton on.

[LANDY]

dang..mabye ill just throw an eaton on.plenty of guys running eaton swap that are close to that power, but if your planning to beat the living snout out of it forge it.

[foxbodymike87]

i think for now i just want something with a little get up and go..but down the line i want big power, then ill forge it

[SC Cheesehead]

i think for now i just want something with a little get up and go..but down the line i want big power, then ill forge it

If you're planning to do yor own install, you can pick up all the parts need for an Eaton swap for between $3,000 and $4,000 (depending on used or new stuff, and what kind of deals you can work).

A conservative tune, 10 - 11 lbs boost, and you'll be putting out between 425 and 450 hp from the swap, and have a very reliable ride to boot.

[foxbodymike87]

sounds perfect..do you need to upgrade injectors and fuel pump?

[SC Cheesehead]

sounds perfect..do you need to upgrade injectors and fuel pump?


Yup. 39lb (minimum) injectors, GT fuel pump or equivilant, and a BAP.

PM me with your e-mail addy and I'll send you some mor info.

[foxbodymike87]

ok i sent it

[SC Cheesehead]

ok i sent it

Info screaing through cyberspace as we speak. Hope it's helpful.

[RacerX]

Info screaing through cyberspace as we speak. Hope it's helpful.
Screaing scares me... sneakernet ftw! :D

[Vortech347]

Agree'd with 800ish