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Old 04-20-2017, 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by 2thousand5.4
I have been talking to Derek he's selling his old long block. Forged bottom end and trick flow head with what sounds like half a lightning swap maybe more than half. Just got back from the bank. Little over 180 or 3 years after interest. To me that seems very doable and that smart thing to do since it will all get done quick with minimum down time. I'm probably gonna have to put out an extra 1000 on top of that for the rest of the transmission and tune tho
Well, if the truck paid off, and the ticker is tired anyway your going to have to invest something pretty soon...engine wise regardless. Getting the trans done, -same thing. Sounds like your covering things. All you need to rely somewhat heavily on is the people working for you. Derek is a good start.
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Originally Posted by Jbrew
Well, if the truck paid off, and the ticker is tired anyway your going to have to invest something pretty soon...engine wise regardless. Getting the trans done, -same thing. Sounds like your covering things. All you need to rely somewhat heavily on is the people working for you. Derek is a good start.
Yeah I'm burning 1.5 quarts per 1k :yikes: something is gonna have to get done here soon. I'd rather do it now while it still runs then get stuck with a blown up engine.
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Originally Posted by 2thousand5.4
Yeah I'm burning 1.5 quarts per 1k :yikes: something is gonna have to get done here soon. I'd rather do it now while it still runs then get stuck with a blown up engine.
At least with the way your doin it, you should notice a difference. You could suffer a few tummy tickles and butt dyno spasms when all s said and done...that will be a treat!

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Originally Posted by Jbrew
At least with the way your doin it, you should notice a difference. You could suffer a few tummy tickles and butt dyno spasms when all s said and done...that will be a treat!
It should be totally worth it. I'll probably run it NA until I can get everything 100% solid
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Originally Posted by 2thousand5.4
It should be totally worth it. I'll probably run it NA until I can get everything 100% solid
Doesn't sound bad, knowing exactly what NA capabilities are before charging it. Confirm build integrity as well.
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What's Derek putting in place of the long block he's possibly selling you?

I'm really curious what his progress is and his plans.
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Originally Posted by Jbrew
Thank you Mr. Carcrazy Sir. Which respect crap do you prefer Mr OR Sir ? That's great info!
Neither. Lol I'm not that old. It may be time to say good by to the old girl. Found 2 trucks today. Loved both of them. Just gotta see who is gonna come up with better financing. Both are about the same price
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Originally Posted by Carcrazygts2
Neither. Lol I'm not that old. It may be time to say good by to the old girl. Found 2 trucks today. Loved both of them. Just gotta see who is gonna come up with better financing. Both are about the same price
That was fast. I'm like a old fart it when it comes to buying a vehicle. The truck, mood and money all to has to line up at once.
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Did you take any pics Crazy?
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Originally Posted by Jbrew
Did you take any pics Crazy?
No. Wasnt on my mind. One is a Ford and the other is a GM. Both are the same year, cab configuration, and mileage.

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