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Old Jan 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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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 01:00 PM
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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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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 01:17 PM
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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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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 01:18 PM
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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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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 03:44 PM
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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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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 03:50 PM
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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.
Ditto
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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 04:01 PM
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that's stolen or broken.

and I always carry a .45, regardless of destination.
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Old Jan 10, 2013 | 04:14 PM
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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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