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Old 04-17-2007 | 01:50 PM
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What is the best way to get a little more punch out of my 2000 454 (310 hp) multiport injection with a bravo III? I have ~1000 hrs on it and have lost ~ 200 rpm over the years (4600 down to 4400).

Is there an after market chip that would help?
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Old 04-17-2007 | 02:00 PM
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valve job
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Old 04-17-2007 | 02:41 PM
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Valve job will help for sure.
Install the roller cam and valve springs from a Gen VI 454Mag.
Have Tyler Crockett recalibrate your ECU
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Old 04-17-2007 | 11:05 PM
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1000hrs---about time for a full rebuild, not hp increase mods.
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Old 04-18-2007 | 06:30 AM
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1000hrs---about time for a full rebuild, not hp increase mods.
I didn't see that part...
You need Rings, Bearings, Oil pump, and Valve Job as a Minimum.
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Old 04-18-2007 | 11:55 AM
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Do hp mods with 1000 hrs and it'll come apart for you ! No tools needed. BOB
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Old 04-18-2007 | 12:00 PM
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Wow, I didn't think it was ready for a full rebuild. It runs strong, tight and no smoke. I guess if I've got it apart for a valve job I may as well do it all.

Thanks for all your input!
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Old 04-18-2007 | 04:01 PM
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I agree...a 1000 hours would probably be rebuild time. A fresh engine will bring your power back to where it was, but if you wanted a little more "punch" beyond that while you're doing the rebuild, then perhaps some bowl/pocket porting/short side radius work on the heads, some aftermarket exhausts, recalibrate/modify the ECU might give you a little more kick . Check with Tyler Crockett---I'm sure he can give you some ideas.
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Old 04-18-2007 | 04:52 PM
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I imagine the top end rebuild will get your rpm back. If you have good oil pressure, and don't burn much oil, that's what I would do.
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Old 04-18-2007 | 06:27 PM
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A good freshen up to start .
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