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Old Sep 16, 2014 | 03:56 PM
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I'm curious about building a motor on the side and putting it into my Corvette. I'm looking at a nearby Camaro longblock for $2500.

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Old Sep 16, 2014 | 04:02 PM
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$2500 is steep for a 98 longblock IMO

Where are you located? You can probably get a better deal on a rebuilt engine from Thompson Motorsports or Texas Speed and have a warranty

But otherwise yes, oil pan and exhaust manifolds should be the primary differences.
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i have a 80k long block for sale.its a 98 vette engine.1200 obo
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Old Sep 17, 2014 | 01:56 AM
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Pulleys have a different offset as well
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I know someone who bought a complete running driving LS1 f body for $2500. Here are 2 better options with warranties.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-7L-Stock-replacement-LS1-LS6-block-/281441008092?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item418730f9dchttp://www.ebay.com/itm/Remanufactured-5-7-long-block-1-year-unlimited-mileage-warranty-ls1-aluminum-/271034075166?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f1ae3c81e
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Old Sep 19, 2014 | 07:08 PM
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You're right, having the warranty makes it a better deal. It wouldn't be ready to drop in like a complete long block, but the peace of mind that I'm getting a fresh build would be nice.

Does anyone know of a more local option within say 300 miles or so from Dayton Ohio?
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Old Sep 19, 2014 | 07:19 PM
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Anyone have any experience with Stricker Auto Parts in Batavia, OH?

Link: http://www.strickerbros.com/Home
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