New GM Block question
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New GM Block question
Since I'm in the process of planning for my "rebuild"....been looking at options.
Is the GM Performance 10066034 engine block "ready to go"?? Meaning, any additional machine work needed once it arrives??? This seems like a steal at only $700 for a new block! But, if more machining is required, then the block I have will be the better bet.
Thanks.
Is the GM Performance 10066034 engine block "ready to go"?? Meaning, any additional machine work needed once it arrives??? This seems like a steal at only $700 for a new block! But, if more machining is required, then the block I have will be the better bet.
Thanks.
Drifting
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Since I'm in the process of planning for my "rebuild"....been looking at options.
Is the GM Performance 10066034 engine block "ready to go"?? Meaning, any additional machine work needed once it arrives??? This seems like a steal at only $700 for a new block! But, if more machining is required, then the block I have will be the better bet.
Thanks.
Is the GM Performance 10066034 engine block "ready to go"?? Meaning, any additional machine work needed once it arrives??? This seems like a steal at only $700 for a new block! But, if more machining is required, then the block I have will be the better bet.
Thanks.
The block you have maybe a better bet
Drifting
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From: Castle Hills Texas
If you are feeling saucy and your 401K is performing well, you can always go this route:
http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/spo...e/#more-255732
http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/spo...e/#more-255732
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What about the GMPP turn key engines? I am considering what route to go with my engine and am leaning torward the crate engine. Have there been many issues with these and do they use the same block you all are referring to here?
Drifting
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Those blocks are a one peice rear seal Mexican casting as well.
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Drifting
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It depends on your power goals are and how much you want to spend.
Here is a link to the Dart block.
http://speedtalk.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=12112
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The Dart block would have been my choice if it would have been available when I built my last motor.
