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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 07:48 PM
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My engine gave up Sunday and now I've got to find a tuner that can build and install a forged engine with my blower. My first tuner choice (in NJ) is obviously too busy to deal with it. I'm looking for the best tuner possible within 500-600 miles of WV. BTW, I can't afford Lingenfelter or Callaway. Thanks in advance.

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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 11:41 PM
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Both ECS and Cartek are more than capable.

What was the failure? I ask to see what you can re-use in the build up.
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While we are not within 600 miles of WV, we can certainly help you with your engine needs. We offer forced induction-specific engines that will be able to handle the abuse of your supercharger in a variety of sizes and configurations. The more popular choices for the C6's are the 402 LS2, 418 LS3, and 427 LS7. However, we do also offer other configurations such as LSX block-based setups. Feel free to call or PM with information on your setup, along with your e-mail address, and I will be happy to e-mail you a complete estimate for the shipping, installation, and tuning. We have worked with multiple shipping companies in the past that can offer door-to-door service, and we will set everything up for you!

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Both ECS and Cartek are more than capable.

What was the failure? I ask to see what you can re-use in the build up.
The engine started to sputter with oil and smoke pouring from the exhaust and no longer runs. Engine never made a sound. So at this point I'm not sure exactly what the extent of damage is. I've been waiting for ECS to give me options since monday so I assume they are to busy or are not interested so I've ruled them out. Thanks.

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Originally Posted by saplumr
My engine gave up Sunday and now I've got to find a tuner that can build and install a forged engine with my blower. My first tuner choice (in NJ) is obviously too busy to deal with it. I'm looking for the best tuner possible within 500-600 miles of WV. BTW, I can't afford Lingenfelter or Callaway. Thanks in advance.

Stressed 2D Max

I know we are trying to manage everyone's request right now so we might be slow in returning phone calls / emails.

PM sent and we can go from there...
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Originally Posted by saplumr
My engine gave up Sunday and now I've got to find a tuner that can build and install a forged engine with my blower. My first tuner choice (in NJ) is obviously too busy to deal with it. I'm looking for the best tuner possible within 500-600 miles of WV. BTW, I can't afford Lingenfelter or Callaway. Thanks in advance.

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Feel free to give us a call.

We have a full in house machine shop that gives us full control over all tolerances and quality of the build. Very few LSX shops out there offer that. Plus we are in NJ.

http://www.cartekracing.com/MachineS...chShopMain.htm

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Originally Posted by Trevor @ Texas Speed
While we are not within 600 miles of WV, we can certainly help you with your engine needs. We offer forced induction-specific engines that will be able to handle the abuse of your supercharger in a variety of sizes and configurations. The more popular choices for the C6's are the 402 LS2, 418 LS3, and 427 LS7. However, we do also offer other configurations such as LSX block-based setups. Feel free to call or PM with information on your setup, along with your e-mail address, and I will be happy to e-mail you a complete estimate for the shipping, installation, and tuning. We have worked with multiple shipping companies in the past that can offer door-to-door service, and we will set everything up for you!

Let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

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I bought my forged 402 stroker from TX Speed. Good shop. Sorry about your engine, believe me, I feel you pain, wallet and otherwise.

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Just when I was about to commit to MTI, ECS got back to me. So next friday....I'm on a road trip.
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Originally Posted by saplumr
Just when I was about to commit to MTI, ECS got back to me. So next friday....I'm on a road trip.
Thanks for giving us a 2nd chance and again we apologize for not getting back to you sooner.

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