Got any aluminum blocks?
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Drifting
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Got any aluminum blocks?
Still trying to decide on the small (383,406,434) -vs- big (540,572) motor options for my car. I need to decide so I can get a bare block and setup the motor mount and trans mount locations this fall/winter.
I'm leaning toward the lighter weight with the "small" motors, but have started browsing the costs for aftermarket aluminum big blocks. The new blocks are still a little steep (about $4k), but I might go that way if I can find a decent used block. Anyone have one lerking in a dark corner of their garage?
-Greg
I'm leaning toward the lighter weight with the "small" motors, but have started browsing the costs for aftermarket aluminum big blocks. The new blocks are still a little steep (about $4k), but I might go that way if I can find a decent used block. Anyone have one lerking in a dark corner of their garage?
-Greg
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Re: Got any aluminum blocks? (GregP)
GM is offering the new LS6 alum bare block for $1400 !!
The last time I checked they were back ordered and didn't know when they would be available.
Check it out at gmgoodwrench.com
The last time I checked they were back ordered and didn't know when they would be available.
Check it out at gmgoodwrench.com
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Re: Got any aluminum blocks? (Crazyhorse)
The price for GM ZL-1 blocks is over $6k! Guess they plan on a lot of the "new" LS-6 motors?
I have to admit to ignorance on what the new LS-6 motors "really" are, and what parts it takes to build one. I'm still stuck in the "old" small blocks and Mk IV motor experience realm.
-Greg
I have to admit to ignorance on what the new LS-6 motors "really" are, and what parts it takes to build one. I'm still stuck in the "old" small blocks and Mk IV motor experience realm.
-Greg
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Re: Got any aluminum blocks? (GregP)
Another resource. This guy buy's the crate LS6, takes it apart, adds some
mods, and sells whats left over(heads,cam,etc.) :cool: http://www.corvetteforum.cc:88/zerothread?id=22241
mods, and sells whats left over(heads,cam,etc.) :cool: http://www.corvetteforum.cc:88/zerothread?id=22241
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Re: Got any aluminum blocks? (GregP)
GregP,
You can get a good deal from a "sprint car" guy, BUT beware lots of those blocks have been fixed and may not leak "today" but "tomorrow" is another story!. Also Rodeck blocks are serial numbered do NOT buy an old one
as there have been a few "updates" ...redvetracr
You can get a good deal from a "sprint car" guy, BUT beware lots of those blocks have been fixed and may not leak "today" but "tomorrow" is another story!. Also Rodeck blocks are serial numbered do NOT buy an old one
as there have been a few "updates" ...redvetracr
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Re: Got any aluminum blocks? (GregP)
No. But dropped an aluminum bow tie small block in our ‘69 and it went in like a glove. Even had the bosses factory tapped for the distributor shielding and the clutch. Pick it up for $2200 at a swap meet. However, if that is the car in you sig, I think you need big block torque to get those wheels to move. Go for the new ZL-1 block. I have heard that you can get it for less than list.
George
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Re: Got any aluminum blocks? (GregP)
Here is one I saw this morning:
http://www.racersauction.com/auction...fm?lotID=15090
Or, call Alan at 765 742-8494, he usually has a couple sitting around ready to build.
http://www.racersauction.com/auction...fm?lotID=15090
Or, call Alan at 765 742-8494, he usually has a couple sitting around ready to build.
