build or buy shortblock?
06-15-2005, 10:57 PM
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build or buy shortblock? Wanna build a 382 shortblock with an ls1 block if it can be done cheaper than buying say a 402 from a sponser. (Want to stick w/ an alum block.) Was thinking ls1 block w/ all prep work, keithcraft stroker package for $1995.00. Will all of the small stuff add up like ARP bolts, gaskets, etc. to end up being more expensive in the long run. I'm also wanting to turn this into a solid roller setup. Would that handle it? Opinions appreciated.
06-16-2005, 01:40 AM
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Solid roller is gonna cost you 5000+ dollars for the heads, pushrods, T&D's, camshaft etc.
Machine work on the block and assembly should be between 1200-1600 dollars from most shops.
I dont know the keithcraft setup your talking about however pricing on parts is the same for the 382 as it is for the 402.
The iron 402 can easily be a 408/410/414 just by boring it a little more.
IMO the 408 is worth the 80lbs over the 382.
I am not a fan of the 3.905 bore and 4"stroke.
I would rather more bore then stroke.
Machine work on the block and assembly should be between 1200-1600 dollars from most shops.
I dont know the keithcraft setup your talking about however pricing on parts is the same for the 382 as it is for the 402.
The iron 402 can easily be a 408/410/414 just by boring it a little more.
IMO the 408 is worth the 80lbs over the 382.
I am not a fan of the 3.905 bore and 4"stroke.
I would rather more bore then stroke.
06-16-2005, 10:37 AM
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I do not think you can beat the deal SDPC has on there 402. I have been building one myself and am having to do the legwork and labor for free. Call kris and he will set you up. He is a great guy to deal with.
07-06-2005, 05:00 PM
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Originally Posted by 99hugcam
Thanks, I need to quit being such so cheap! Always trying to budget this or that. Guess I'm gonna wait until I got the money.
07-06-2005, 07:13 PM
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Defintely buy a short block or long block, unless you like to pay for these things twice. More importantly, buy from a shop with a proven product who will stand behind what they sell you.
07-06-2005, 08:18 PM
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Thanks for the thoughts guys. Wow, that is hard to beat that price from sdpc. Will definitely be calling them in the future again. ( have already ordered from them and may I say customer service is great.) How big could I go on an iron 6.0? Maybe with a 4.100" crank and ??? bore? Thanks!
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07-07-2005, 05:34 AM
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Originally Posted by KJ@SDPC
We have several options on short blocks, and would be happy to build you what ever you want. In fact if you are looking for a 383 I can build you one for $3,569.00. That will include a Eagle 4.000 stroke crank, Scat H beam 6.125 rods, and Diamond -7cc pistons. Everything will be fully assembled, balanced, and include all oil galley plugs & dowel pins. Let me know if I can help!!
What is your price for a 427 LS1 short block? Thanks!
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