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Old 12-06-2006 | 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by wiggler4490
They will be very close, both right at 470-480hp, similar torque, and you can expect similar mph . 496 is just a more reliable, closed cooled updated motor, looks cool with the cmi's and a billet cover, or Raylars 103 kit will put you in the 575 hp range .

very nice....just what I was looking for.....thanks
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Old 12-06-2006 | 06:59 PM
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I was under the impression that the Blue motors had beefer internal workings compared to the 496
The top end is better as well.
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Originally Posted by itilldo
I was under the impression that the Blue motors had beefer internal workings compared to the 496
Since I recently discovered my 525 had wrong head gaskets, questionable valve springs, bent bolts, missing pleniums and a blown head gasket pumping antifreeze into the oil..........I'll attest to that. I'm surprised it didn't grenade itself right there!!! We did a full blown inspection and all the bottom end is groovy (except for main seal) and the heads survived as well with only a little corrosion. Went ahead and changed the springs, I'm told that's the only weak link on the motor.
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Old 12-07-2006 | 03:16 PM
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To confuse more potential customers, see what happens when you put sport tubes or sweepers on a 500EFI.
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Old 12-07-2006 | 05:35 PM
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Watch for Stellings new 496 compatible offering!

Back to the old screne name.

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Old 12-07-2006 | 08:18 PM
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Watch for Stellings new 496 compatible offering!
You changed your name...again!
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Old 12-08-2006 | 12:28 PM
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If I run with twin 496 ho's wot @ 5000rpms with 26p bravo 1 props now what props would I run after cmi install with the additional hp? also how are the stellings going to be priced and what kind of hp ?
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Old 12-08-2006 | 01:22 PM
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The additional MPH gains from the CMI's will depend on a few other factors. Call 661-295-7000 ask for Bob, he has done quite a few lately and should be able to help.
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Originally Posted by jrz
To confuse more potential customers, see what happens when you put sport tubes or sweepers on a 500EFI.
If the hp500efi is stock, I doubt you would see any gain from going from stock headers to the sport tube, or others. The restriction with the hp's are the heads. Not the intake or exhaust.

From what I have been told by many.
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