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Old Sep 21, 2010 | 01:56 PM
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After 250k on the factory power plant it is time for a rebuild. What do I need as far as parts to get the most power out of it without doin any machine work? I have been told I can make around 400hp without doin so. Also would like to leave room for upgrades as well such as a turbo and maybe some spray.
Old Sep 21, 2010 | 02:23 PM
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YOU need lots of money and machine work for a rebuild
Old Sep 21, 2010 | 02:25 PM
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sounds like your better off buying a new short block or long block then rebuilding your motor. if your willing to forgo forged parts 50resto.com sells a short block for 699.
Old Sep 21, 2010 | 02:46 PM
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Money is not a issue. I was simply asking which parts would work the best together to make the most power without machine work.
Old Sep 21, 2010 | 03:23 PM
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machine work is a must do...
Old Sep 21, 2010 | 03:33 PM
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OK I am gettin the hint.... But still what parts are goin to work best?
Old Sep 21, 2010 | 04:34 PM
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Originally Posted by 2Sinful
OK I am gettin the hint.... But still what parts are goin to work best?
whatever looks expensive...

like,

a 4 bolt-main block...
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