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Old 08-26-2008, 12:48 PM   #52
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Originally Posted by Vash View Post
It should be able to reach at least 160 without the governer. My Vette can do 160 and the LT1 is almost identical output wise to this V6. The 155 let's them sell it to UK. I think it's a regulation now.
Most cars have those speeds governed because of the tire rating. They can't exceed the safety envelope for the tires otherwise it's a safety hazard.
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