Re: [AMC-list] 360 Pistons

["Steven F. Brueggeman" <amcer@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

When I did the 390 in my old '70 AMX a few years ago we used KB Silvolite 
pistons. They don't currently make them for the much more common 360? That 
surprises me.

One of the nice features of that piston is the design is resistant to 
detonation damage, which is a common problem with AMC cast pistons.

-Steve-


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Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 10:36 PM
Subject: [AMC-list] 360 Pistons


> I am attending the PRI (Performance Racing Industry) show in Orlando. I 
> have spoken with a Technical rep from United Engine (Makers of Silvolite 
> and Keith Black brand pistons) about the possibility of having some 
> Hyperutectic pistons made for the 360 AMC motor. I explained to him the 
> problem of there being only std cast and custom forged pistons with nothing 
> in between. Although Hyperutectic pistons are still cast, they are made 
> from a different type of Aluminum which is much harder than the standard 
> casting. This makes them MUCH more resistant to scuffing and able to stand 
> higher compression than the standard casting. They are an excellent choice 
> for any motor which will be lightly modified and used below 6000 RPM.
> I suggested that since Silvolite currently makes std cast 360 pistons they 
> might consider makeing some Hyperutectic ones from the same mold. These 
> would be 9-1 pistons fur use in HD street and limited high performance use 
> with a price "around" $35 each. He seemed open to the idea but asked if I 
> had any idea what the market might be for them. So I'm asking that anyone 
> reading this list who might have an idea of how much interest there would 
> be for such an item contact me so i can get back to him with some numbers.
> If you have been complaining about the lack of speed parts for the 360 
> here's your chance to help out!!!
> THANX!
> Bruce Hevner
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