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Old 11-04-2005, 05:29 PM
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Default Who carries Forged 5.3 pistons?

Where can I find some forged pistons for my 5.3, they need to be standard bore and dished for lower compression around 8:5:1 Engine is tore down and need them fast.
Had a stock piston crack so while I'm in there I'm going forged.
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I got my pistons custom made from JE it is going to be a 418 but they can make them however you want give them a call.
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I believe it was speed engineering had a set in there open box specials for like $300. They are a sponser here
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Any place else? I was hoping someone might stock these pistons, if not I will have to get custom pistons made.
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If you end up having to go with a custom piston, you are better off boring out to the 5.7 standard bore (3.898) and using one of many off the shelf sets available. Faster and cheaper than getting a set of piston made up.
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