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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 01:19 PM
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I am seriously considering buying this motor. Has anyone ever dealt with this company? I spoke to them on the phone the other day, and, they were very professional. The motor is rated at 420 hp and 415 foot lbs of torque. Has a 5 year warranty too.

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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 01:26 PM
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I am seriously considering buying this motor. Has anyone ever dealt with this company? I spoke to them on the phone the other day, and, they were very professional. The motor is rated at 420 hp and 415 foot lbs of torque. Has a 5 year warranty too.

http://cgi.msn.ebay.com/ebaymotors/w...category=33615

that was the motor that had my juices flowing real bad........good luck...i ultimately went with a local builder for a 350/350...the whole process is almost overwhelming because there are so many choices.....can you get references from him?
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Old Dec 28, 2004 | 01:32 PM
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References, good idea. The ebay feedback is very good, and I like the 5 year 50,000 mile warranty.
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That looks like a good deal to me, especially with a warranty!
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You have to be careful with warranties.. Most warranties only cover parts...
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I asked on the phone. Was told they give you an allowance of $35.00 per hour.
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With the compression and cam specifications, 420 HP may be a stretch.....
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You can spec a different cam at no additional cost up to a 530 lift.
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$35/hour is about half what mechanics charge around here...but it's better than nothing...
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