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Old Dec 15, 2009 | 12:55 AM
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Hi guys, just ordered 427 LS3 shortblock after my engine failiure, i will keep you updated when i recive the engine and fix it on the car hope i like it ... what is your thought ???
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You don't want that motor. Trust me i know what i'm saying. Just have it delivered to me and i'll ship you my stock LS2. No need to thank me.
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Isn't worth a penny . . . I think you're going to be happy!
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Originally Posted by Sparo2
You don't want that motor. Trust me i know what i'm saying. Just have it delivered to me and i'll ship you my stock LS2. No need to thank me.
looolz, well i will think about it
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Originally Posted by GotVett?
Isn't worth a penny . . . I think you're going to be happy!
I hope so
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7L V-8 + 3100lb car...you can't go wrong!
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7L V-8 + 3100lb car...you can't go wrong!
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i hope so guys since i am paying that much money $$$$$
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What are you planning to use for cam and heads?
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What are you planning to use for cam and heads?
LS3 stock heads as it has a very good flow, for the cam i will use G6X3 Cam from LG
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So, who did you order the shortblock from??
Details!!!!!!!
pistons, rods, crank??????
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Originally Posted by pmj341
So, who did you order the shortblock from??
Details!!!!!!!
pistons, rods, crank??????
I ordered mine from LME ,
i cant remeber the details of the engine, i have it on paper but what i remeber is that the crank
is from callies crank 4.1", Wisco forged pistone 4.07", Clevite CB 663 H rods

i will keep u updated as soon as i get engine
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Originally Posted by pmj341
So, who did you order the shortblock from??
Details!!!!!!!
pistons, rods, crank??????
I ordered mine from LME ,
i cant remember the details of the engine, i have it on paper but what i remeber is that the crank
is from callies crank 4.1", Wisco forged pistone 4.07"
i will keep u updated as soon as i get engine
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