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Old Jan 13, 2008 | 02:32 PM
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i think me and my dad are gonna rebuild the motor in my 76 instead of buying one from oreillys...is the crank a forged one? luckily i can get a forged piston rebuild kit for a little over $500...i love employee discounts
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Old Jan 13, 2008 | 03:02 PM
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Smart move, forged crank, pistons and 4 bolt mains.
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What are you starting with?

L-82 had forged crank, pistons and 4 bolt mains from the factory. L-48 had 2 bolt mains, cast crank and pistons. Your VIN will tell you what came in the car, assuming you still have the original engine.
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Old Jan 13, 2008 | 03:15 PM
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yea its the 76 L-82
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