Forged 346 short block?
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Forged 346 short block?
In my future plans I would like to go with a forged bottom end with some pistons with valve reliefs so I can mill my heads to get about a 11.5:1 CR. Who are the most reputable shops to purchase one from? Or how difficult would it be to assemble the parts myself. I would enjoy doing something like that, not to save money really, just to do it cause I enjoy it. Just want to "test the waters" and get pleanty of info before the time comes
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Yes, when going bigger cubes the price increases quite a bit. I'd just buy the short and assemble the rest of the motor. To much precision goes into building a short block that you really need to know what you are doing and you need the right tools. I'm going to be getting my short block from speedinc. if things stay the same.
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ok thanks. i really want to get into building motors and getting the right tools to do it. but maybe ill practice on something else lol. i want to get an early 70's t/a to build so maybe i will wait to learn on something i wont need to drive every day although this is prob a good few months before i do any of this.
now when i get the bottom end, is it complete or do i need to pull off all my stuff like the oil pan, oil pump, timing chain and all that? and are most pricesn generally around 3K?
now when i get the bottom end, is it complete or do i need to pull off all my stuff like the oil pan, oil pump, timing chain and all that? and are most pricesn generally around 3K?
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I've got a several tsp parts but they are from the previous owner. I don't think I have ever dealt with them personally, however, all of their products are performing flawlessly. PRC dual springs, ported oil pump, double roller chain, true duals, and possibly more.
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I was under the impression that they were great to deal with and did good work and sold outstanding products. (TSP)
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I'm running a TSP 347 right now, and getting in touch with somoene up there only takes a single phone call. Its unfortunate that you have had bad luck with them - I'd suggest you give them another chance - its tough to beat their 347 packages.
HPE is another company I'd look into - Erik builds some wicked motors.
HPE is another company I'd look into - Erik builds some wicked motors.