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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 09:36 AM
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Went out havin a little fun last night and what do you know, a rod decides it should exit out of the bottom of my block. Only 50,000 miles on the car to. Anyways, i am planning on by a new short block and a 383 stroker rotating assembly kit. I am in sidney ohio and i was wondering where the closest ls1 speed shop is to me. I am about 45 min north of dayton.

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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 09:58 AM
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That sux man. Sorry to hear it. But sounds like you have a good plan to replace it

I remember hearing of a good shop in Findley. Don't remember the name though.
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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 01:21 PM
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Sorry to hear that.
Good luck with your new setup
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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 08:06 PM
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did ya oil pump go out or sumthin?
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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by onyxxtreme
did ya oil pump go out or sumthin?
, whats the story. rods dont fly out of the block on whim.
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We have a used 347 motor with forged pistons & rods ready to go if you need a short block It has new bearings & rings of course We also have a 383 Eagle that should be complete in a week or so
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Originally Posted by Not A V8
We have a used 347 motor with forged pistons & rods ready to go if you need a short block It has new bearings & rings of course We also have a 383 Eagle that should be complete in a week or so
price on the 347?
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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 11:36 PM
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Tbyrne (a sponser) has a special on 402 motors for like 3500 I think, you might wanna check that out.
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Originally Posted by 770boy
Tbyrne (a sponser) has a special on 402 motors for like 3500 I think, you might wanna check that out.
Those are the new SLP short blocks. Here's the link to that thread:

https://ls1tech.com/forums/generation-iii-internal-engine/201581-402-short-blocks-under-3500-a.html
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Originally Posted by Not A V8
We have a used 347 motor with forged pistons & rods ready to go if you need a short block It has new bearings & rings of course We also have a 383 Eagle that should be complete in a week or so
Go with texas speed! You will not be disapointed. Best guys around.
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Old Aug 8, 2004 | 01:22 PM
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Go with texas speed! You will not be disapointed. Best guys around.


That or Futral. Both are incredible shops, hands down best in the biz.
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Old Aug 8, 2004 | 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Not A V8
We have a used 347 motor with forged pistons & rods ready to go if you need a short block It has new bearings & rings of course We also have a 383 Eagle that should be complete in a week or so

hey how much are y'all askin for the used 347?
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Old Aug 8, 2004 | 04:54 PM
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We're not that far from you. If there is anything that I can help you with just let me know.

Thanks
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Old Aug 8, 2004 | 07:54 PM
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thanks for all the responses. I don't really know what went wrong with the car yet. I havn't had much time to deal with it. I am betting on the oil pump. I know that is a known problem. It will be probably about 6 or seven months before i will have the time and money to do everything the way i want to but i am leaning towards the slp 402 stroked block. Hopefully this spring i will have a very pissed off car to have fun with.
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Old Aug 9, 2004 | 07:19 AM
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If I were to guess ...

high rpm, making a left turn and only run 5.5 quarts of oil

#5/6 rod spun
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Old Aug 9, 2004 | 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Chris@AP-Engineering
We're not that far from you. If there is anything that I can help you with just let me know.

Thanks
Chris and the AP-Eng guys, there are rumors that you were previously affiliated with Katech Engineering before forming AP.

Can you share any info about your role there if this is true?
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Old Aug 9, 2004 | 07:41 AM
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Soory about your engine. Looks like it will work out for the best though. Good luck and keep us posted.
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Old Aug 9, 2004 | 07:41 AM
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From http://www.automotiveperformance.net/:

About our staff

APE's staff has over thirty years of experience in the after-market performance industry with experience in engine building, tuning, and anything and everything to do with racing performance cars and trucks. APE has five permanent staff members: Chris, Brian, Nick, Rudy and Mike.

Chris Gelineau - Owner/Engine Builder
Chris Gelineau has had extensive experience in the performance world, so much so that the best manner to portray it is to simply list his experience:

* Roush Racing 1995-1997 Transam Champion Tommy Kendell
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* Teams: Mark Green, David Green, Tim Fewedea, Gary Bradberry, Randy Lajoie.
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Old Aug 9, 2004 | 07:46 AM
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Nice!! (crainholio now goes to get more coffee...)
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Old Aug 9, 2004 | 08:27 AM
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I say take your car to APE....
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