Whats the difference?

topflitecop21 · August 2nd, 2006, 09:03 PM

While looking on the VT engines website, I started looking at the 2v GT long block. What is the difference between forged and billet? Is it worth the extra $800?

Chris

Casper98GT · August 3rd, 2006, 09:28 PM

I see alot of people checked it out but no replys....

The only difference i can think of is the connecting rods. The forged rods are good to 700Hp, the billet rods have been used to 1500Hp. So you can see why the big price different.

Anyone else have different opinions chime in.

Twist 2 Go · August 4th, 2006, 12:14 AM

unless it's an all out race motor that will see very high rpm or a LOT of boost, you'll be fine w/ the forged versions. Billet rods are overkill for most engines

topflitecop21 · August 5th, 2006, 06:28 PM

Good to know. It's going to be a daily driver and will only see the track with friends. Nothing serious here just fun and bragging rights.

Chris

Casper98GT · August 5th, 2006, 07:12 PM

ok, then you will be all set with a forged motor. No need for billet. Unless of course you just had money you didnt need.

August 2nd, 2006, 09:03 PM	#1
topflitecop21 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lexington Park, MD Posts: 49 iTrader: 0 reviews	Whats the difference? While looking on the VT engines website, I started looking at the 2v GT long block. What is the difference between forged and billet? Is it worth the extra $800? Chris

August 3rd, 2006, 09:28 PM	#2
Casper98GT Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW HAMPSHIRE Posts: 2,395 iTrader: 0 reviews	I see alot of people checked it out but no replys.... The only difference i can think of is the connecting rods. The forged rods are good to 700Hp, the billet rods have been used to 1500Hp. So you can see why the big price different. Anyone else have different opinions chime in. __________________ 91 LX, 5spd. Ex:Toyota/Ford tech Marine Machinery Technician, Department of Defense.

August 4th, 2006, 12:14 AM	#3
Twist 2 Go Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Chesapeake, Virginia Posts: 1,716 iTrader: 0 reviews	unless it's an all out race motor that will see very high rpm or a LOT of boost, you'll be fine w/ the forged versions. Billet rods are overkill for most engines __________________ 88 Mustang Coupe 2006 FFW Richmond True Street Runner-Up www.rickscarcare.net

August 5th, 2006, 07:12 PM	#5
Casper98GT Hardcore Enthusiast Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW HAMPSHIRE Posts: 2,395 iTrader: 0 reviews	ok, then you will be all set with a forged motor. No need for billet. Unless of course you just had money you didnt need. __________________ 91 LX, 5spd. Ex:Toyota/Ford tech Marine Machinery Technician, Department of Defense.

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topflitecop21 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Lexington Park, MD Posts: 49 iTrader: 0 reviews	Good to know. It's going to be a daily driver and will only see the track with friends. Nothing serious here just fun and bragging rights. Chris

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