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Old 01-10-2013, 12:57 PM
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http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/pts/3523297720.html

I found this on Craigslist. I have been planning on buying an ls6 for my build but this one could be had for about the same price. Now I know I will have to buy ls2 fuel rails and a TB, but my main question is why would a FAST intake be so inexpensive? If I were to go look at it, what areas should I focus on to make sure nothing is broken or in otherwise not functional?
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Great deal! Check for stripped bolt holes and any cracks near corners. Check and see if it's been ported - I'd rather buy one that has not been ported unless I know who did the work. Does it really appear that he only used it for only 6 months and x amount of miles?
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I wouldnt buy it if its ported regardless unless he can show a recipt and papers proving it. Dont take his word for it.
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Also if hes willing, you can take the shell apart to check for cracks in areas you otherwise couldnt see.
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That's gotta be cracked. Check the lower shell
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Thanks for the advise. I plan on looking at it tonight or tomorrow. If the lower shell is cracked, can that be replaced?
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I'm pretty sure you can buy the lower but I'd check and price it before you make an offer
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If it's good to go, and you buy it let us know. That would be the cheapest FAST 102 I've ever seen, making it stolen lol On a serious note, craigslist deals can be so sketchy sometimes. I normally take the ol' trusty .45 when I complete a transaction from craigslist.
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Originally Posted by FEAR LS
If it's good to go, and you buy it let us know. That would be the cheapest FAST 102 I've ever seen, making it stolen lol On a serious note, craigslist deals can be so sketchy sometimes. I normally take the ol' trusty .45 when I complete a transaction from craigslist.
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that's stolen or broken.

and I always carry a .45, regardless of destination.
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Originally Posted by outkast6991
I'm pretty sure you can buy the lower but I'd check and price it before you make an offer
GAWD I love your Avatar!!! All kinds of side boob lol!! Sorry back to topic. Yes def check every area that would see some sort of a clamping force from a bolt and check for small cracks else where.



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