Livernois Motorsports Powerstorm 3.5L Race Series Engine Build!

[SHOdded]

Here comes the deck plate, open wiiiiiiiiide!

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With the crank, pistons, and rods out, we should be down to a bare block in no time!

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Now that everything is put away on the shelves, we move to the cleaning stages before the true machining work begins!

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The block is ready for the CNC machines! We will be following the process of putting in our deck braces within the next week, stay tuned!

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As we move into the next steps, we find ourselves in the machining area. Block is off the stand and ready to be put in the first machine. We have the deck braces, which are made of 6061 billet aluminum, ready for install!

[Macgyver]

So if one was inclined to because they have the money. Could this motor be used in a DD ?

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So if one was inclined to because they have the money. Could this motor be used in a DD ?

You definitely could use one of our built Powerstorm Race Series blocks in your daily driver!

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The block is mounted and ready to start the cutting process. We will start by making a shelf for the deck brace to sit on before it is trimmed.

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The first few passes from the drill have been made. As you can see, we are moving our way around the block until we are at the correct height and depth for the deck braces to fit perfectly.

Next, we will be press fitting the deck braces in and cutting the excess metal out of the way.

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The first deck is in! After the press fit is complete, we will rotate the block to the other side. At that time, we will cut the block for a shelf and add the second deck brace.

[TopherSho]

The first deck is in! After the press fit is complete, we will rotate the block to the other side. At that time, we will cut the block for a shelf and add the second deck brace.

I assume this is to keep the block from excessive flexing? with 600+ TQ ?

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The first deck is in! After the press fit is complete, we will rotate the block to the other side. At that time, we will cut the block for a shelf and add the second deck brace.

I assume this is to keep the block from excessive flexing? with 600+ TQ ?

Yes these will help with flexing but it is an overall strengthening tool for the motor. Increased rigidity and even better cooling with added cooling holes.

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Deck number 2 is in with a little help from some Permatex high temp sleeve retainer to stay locked in place for the cutting phases.

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Both deck braces are in. We're calling it a night and will be back tomorrow morning to cut and deck the block.

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Another early morning in the machining area. The first deck brace has been shaved away to reveal the cylinders. Next, we have to cut the deck flat to ensure a level field for the head gasket and head.