The Begining of The Building of the Beast
08-21-2006, 03:46 PM
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The Begining of The Building of the Beast
Today I dropped off the 87 Block compliments of Mr Bogus. My guy is sending it out and then once it all checks out he will begin the build process. 383 Strocker coming up. This guy is located in San Pedro and he builds some of the sickest motors. I have my fingers crossed that mine will be just as sick. Any way had to get of my A$$, yesterday driving down the road my oil pressure went to 0. Checked the oil and BAM not a drop in her. I have been burning oil for the past few months, but I think this time she is done. Motor still runs, but I do not want to take any chances, so By this time next week motor should almost be ready to go in.
08-21-2006, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by jrzyvet
Today I dropped off the 87 Block compliments of Mr Bogus. My guy is sending it out and then once it all checks out he will begin the build process. 383 Strocker coming up. This guy is located in San Pedro and he builds some of the sickest motors. I have my fingers crossed that mine will be just as sick. Any way had to get of my A$$, yesterday driving down the road my oil pressure went to 0. Checked the oil and BAM not a drop in her. I have been burning oil for the past few months, but I think this time she is done. Motor still runs, but I do not want to take any chances, so By this time next week motor should almost be ready to go in.
Post pics of the nervous, first start up of engine at the rebuilder BEFORE you take off to try (
) and make it home.j/k. You'll make it home all right.
08-21-2006, 03:56 PM
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Ya know I never really even considered the Tranny? What do you all think? 4+3 3.07 rear danna 44???? Curious to here your thoughts.
Yeah he is a motor freak, I know most people promise things, but I think he just might pull it off. I am in no way hurrying him, as I will be away for a week any way.
Yeah he is a motor freak, I know most people promise things, but I think he just might pull it off. I am in no way hurrying him, as I will be away for a week any way.
08-21-2006, 03:58 PM
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From what I've read, the D44 is the stronger of the two, so that shouldn't be a problem. And as long as everything's a-ok with the 4+3, it should hang together just fine. Sounds like you're ok.
08-21-2006, 05:09 PM
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Only recommendation I could have - never use the OD except in 4th on the highway. Otherwise it will not live long.
Hope the engine turns out - How about some details.
Only recommendation I could have - never use the OD except in 4th on the highway. Otherwise it will not live long.
Hope the engine turns out - How about some details.
08-21-2006, 06:01 PM
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good luck on the rebuild!
08-22-2006, 01:19 AM
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Zero PSI??? no oil??? that's a leak!!!
coolio!
I can't wait to hear/see/ride/drive this monster!!!
The 4+3 should be ok, but don't expect it to last forever. Think TKO 5spd when the time comes.
However, the D44 will rock... They are killer stout.
coolio!
I can't wait to hear/see/ride/drive this monster!!!
The 4+3 should be ok, but don't expect it to last forever. Think TKO 5spd when the time comes.
However, the D44 will rock... They are killer stout.
08-22-2006, 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by C6Nut400
Nice I need to get me a 383. Maybe a procharger too. I can see it now. I need money haha. Good luck with the build!
Sweeeeettttt combo!!!!!A week to do a build - WOW - that is impressive! Took me a year for my 383
08-22-2006, 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by 85 Stalker
Sweeeeettttt combo!!!!!A week to do a build - WOW - that is impressive! Took me a year for my 383
Yeah I think he is pushing his luck with that time frame. But you never know. This is what he does for a living so It just might be possible
08-22-2006, 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Whiteonrice
What clutch and flywheel ya going to use? What kind of HP do you think you'll wind up with? You can't beat big HP for fun 
Any way I am not sure which clutch and flywheel, I was going to leave.that up to him or perhaps take suggestions. ??????
Thanks
08-22-2006, 11:44 AM
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Originally Posted by bogus
Zero PSI??? no oil??? that's a leak!!!
coolio!
I can't wait to hear/see/ride/drive this monster!!!
The 4+3 should be ok, but don't expect it to last forever. Think TKO 5spd when the time comes.
However, the D44 will rock... They are killer stout.
coolio!
I can't wait to hear/see/ride/drive this monster!!!
The 4+3 should be ok, but don't expect it to last forever. Think TKO 5spd when the time comes.
However, the D44 will rock... They are killer stout.
I think that when the time comes I will go with the Six Speed tranny that I see on one of the websites.
You will be the first to see the bad boy in person. Hey you still considering my black chrome ZR1's
08-22-2006, 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by jrzyvet
Hey you still considering my black chrome ZR1's