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Old Feb 16, 2012 | 09:15 PM
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Default 5.3 to 5.7 machine work

Like title say going to do a forged h beam rod and piston stock crank setup taking to a 3.905 bore from a factory 5.3 block
What should all machine work cost for the full bottom end machine work and assembly
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$800-1100.
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Sounds about right. When calling for quotes, make sure you tell them your going from a 3.7xx bore to 3.905 as the boring process is usually more expensive. They have to make multiple passes with the cutter as to not over heat it.
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Anyone heard of mabbco enterprises in Tyler Texas
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