The LS6 was killer but in a heavy Chevelle. While tires had to be a limiting factor my money would be on the all aluminum L-88 in a Corvette or Camaro.
Speaking of 7000 rpm, I remember one of the rich kids around town had a '64 Chevelle 327 (before the advent of the Mark lV BB) worked on by a very good mechanic. He was determined to get 7000 out of his "solid lifter package". I remember hearing him take out of a gas station and while his tach may have eventually hit 7000 it had long laid over with valve float. But his ego demanded 7000.
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Even though I was a GTO man back in the 70's,this should give you a good idea of what you need to know.......https://www.motorious.com/articles/news/chevelle-ss-buick-gs/ ...................................................... 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS454 LS6 vs 1970 Buick GS 455 Stage 1 | Stock Drag RaceThis message has been edited. Last edited by: 1800gb,
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