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Old Nov 7, 2007 | 09:10 PM
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OK, so I just clarification, What would be needed for a complete engine build?

[ul][*] Block with rotating assembly (crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons)[*] assembled cylinder heads (valves, valve springs, rocker arms, pushrods)[*] Camshaft[*] Timing Chain[*] Oil Pump[*] Oil Pan[*] Intake Manifold[*] Carb[*] Timing Cover[*] Alternator[*] Belt(s)[*] Water Pump[*] Throttle Linkage[*] gaskets[*] fuel pump
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Can anyone think of anything else i would need. Oh and btw its a 351W if that makes much of a difference.
Old Nov 7, 2007 | 10:04 PM
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Distributor assembly
Old Nov 7, 2007 | 10:32 PM
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Anyone have suggestions as to a good distributor setup?
Old Nov 7, 2007 | 10:47 PM
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lifters,oil pick-up, oil pump drive shaft, harmonic balancer, flexplate or flywheel assuming the rotating assembly includes bearings and rings, the heads include retainers and locks, the timing chain inclides both cam and crank gears, and I'm sure I forgot a ton of stuff.
Old Nov 8, 2007 | 03:08 PM
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paint, new battery cables, thermostat and housing, water hoses, motor mounts, oil filter and oil, sending units, etc..
Old Nov 8, 2007 | 04:14 PM
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rings and bearings?


and beer!
Old Nov 8, 2007 | 04:50 PM
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I will second the beer!

Assembly lube.
Old Nov 8, 2007 | 05:11 PM
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valve covers
Old Nov 8, 2007 | 08:56 PM
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ya i like the idea of "and beer" too bad im 16- but no one has to know eh? lol
Old Nov 8, 2007 | 09:08 PM
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Im under 21 and still add the "and some beer" to my projects.



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