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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 07:53 PM
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I am just getting ready to purchase a forged longblock motor from LME and I was just wondering if anyone can give me their input on the company whether good or bad or any other companys that build a nice motor at a descent price.
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 08:32 PM
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I haven't had to go down this road yet myself, but if you want a quick comparison check out the new issue of GM High Tech. They've got a quick overview of shortblocks available from most of the big names. They include info of parts they use, price, warranty, and what the company suggests for top end parts.
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 09:23 PM
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LME builds awesome stuff. I have their 408.
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 09:37 PM
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I just had HPE do my 415 iron block. Erik Koenig was great to deal with and he really knows his stuff. Highly recommended.
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Old Jun 7, 2005 | 09:57 PM
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Putting an LME 408 in right now. LME is great to deal with, and you will get your money's worth!!!
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how much spray should a forged bottom end hold
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you will not be dissapointed with anything that comes out of LME.
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 08:28 AM
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I know two people that have had their engines built by LME and they couldn't be happier.
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A search will show that Futral and Thunder Racnig have been building shortblocks that exceed expectations for a really long time, and will not be "gone tomorrow".

I can objectively suggest these folks from years on this forum and the fact that I don't own a shortblock from either one (wish I did )
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by bottlebabyWS6
how much spray should a forged bottom end hold
i want to know to.. lets say with a 10:1 comp.. ?
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by bottlebabyWS6
how much spray should a forged bottom end hold
Around 200hp from what I have seen.
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 06:34 PM
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how much for a 402 from LME?
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 07:33 PM
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Originally Posted by herro
how much for a 402 from LME?

We are running a sale on the 402 LS2 and our 408. The 402 LS2 with callies crank, billet rods wiseco custom pistons w/ horz. gas ports, thin ring pack is $5999. This includes LS2 block, timing set, timing cover, front cover, valley cover and lifter trays.

We are also offering our 408 with the same parts except the pistons are shelf and they are matched up to C&A Dura moly rings. The price is $4999. The block is included in the price. Custom pistons and rings also available for 300 extra.

You can also buy a 408 with an Eagle crank, callies 6.125" H beam rods, Wiseco pistons for $3900. This price also includes the block.

For any more of the specifics. Just ask or call. 713-849-4505

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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 07:45 PM
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any one know an aproximate of how much power would a 402 or a 408 with the stock heads and cam?

I was going to buy a procharger.. but this 40X blocks are very appealing...
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Originally Posted by SuperMonster
Around 200hp from what I have seen.
++++ I stock bottom end will take 200hp easly, the number on forged stuff is higher, check in the NO2 section.
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Old Jun 8, 2005 | 08:23 PM
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how high can this strokers spin with the proper heads?
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