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Old Jun 28, 2002 | 11:29 PM
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please call me or someone at ARE tell Nick to call me, I have left too many messages to mention plus numerous e-mails ... I would like to get my motor problems taken care of. Thanks

Besides that, to keep to the forum topic ... anyone know what the maximum bore on the stock sleeves is or should be? Are there aftermarket over sized stock rings?
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Old Jun 29, 2002 | 08:55 AM
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</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Originally posted by java:
<strong>Besides that, to keep to the forum topic ... anyone know what the maximum bore on the stock sleeves is or should be? Are there aftermarket over sized stock rings?</strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Depends on the model year, what year is it? (the engine)
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Old Jun 29, 2002 | 09:11 AM
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Hey Java , Are you the same Java from ls1.com thats from Baton Rouge? I haven't heard from you in a long time.
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Old Jun 29, 2002 | 10:28 PM
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</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Originally posted by java:
<strong>Besides that, to keep to the forum topic ... anyone know what the maximum bore on the stock sleeves is or should be? Are there aftermarket over sized stock rings?</strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">I know of .050 over aluminum LS1 blocks...
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Old Jun 30, 2002 | 09:46 AM
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hey skeered, same jave LOL

how far can the sleeves go on a bore? It is a 99' block
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Old Jul 1, 2002 | 06:08 PM
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good luck, i have found the best time to call is on fri,sat. mornings early, like 9-10. that is the only way to get answers. they must be very busy. i was suppost to get my flow sheet 2 months ago. still not here. i think they forgot for the second time. <img border="0" alt="[whiner]" title="" src="graemlins/gr_cry.gif" />
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Old Jul 1, 2002 | 08:09 PM
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****, I gave up on ARE a long time ago.
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Old Jul 1, 2002 | 08:15 PM
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Damn, as busy as it sounds like ARE is I've never really had much trouble getting in touch with Nick.

Early in the morning or late in the evening seem to be the best times. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" />

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Old Jul 2, 2002 | 09:13 AM
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I get a hold of Nick when I need too, or Barry, just leave a message with Kathy. Best time is in the morning.
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Old Jul 2, 2002 | 09:25 AM
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They seem to forget a lot. It's unfortunate, I really wanted to use them when I go to a bigger motor, but I'm tired of getting the run-a-round.
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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 02:55 AM
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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 08:27 AM
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it took about 3 months for each motor i have had done to finally make it to my house. lord knows how long it would have been if i wasnt calling and reminding them almost every day.
correction-> leaving messages for them to be reminded, because everyone always happend no not be available..

they need more, and more importantly knowledged staff so that they can deal with their customers appropriately.
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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 02:24 PM
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just got it Steve, was in and out. Will call later.

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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 08:02 PM
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</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Originally posted by MIGHTYMOUSE:
<strong>it took about 3 months for each motor i have had done to finally make it to my house. lord knows how long it would have been if i wasnt calling and reminding them almost every day.
correction-> leaving messages for them to be reminded, because everyone always happend no not be available..

they need more, and more importantly knowledged staff so that they can deal with their customers appropriately.</strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Do you know how hard it is to get good staff...at times it seems like an elusion. Percevere...the product is worth the hassle...
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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 08:45 PM
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all the wait i was put through & all the unreterned voice mails,& emails, & such was well worth it. i was the happiest guy in the world when i took her up to 6k in 3rd & the wheels broke loose hard.ARE does do a very good job on there stuff.now if it would just cool down so i can learn how to drive this beast & see if 11's can be accomplished.oh yeah, nick if u read this would you please, pretty please send me my flow sheet.
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Old Jul 3, 2002 | 11:18 PM
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Eh...ya just have to keep calling. I usually get through after a few tries, but almost always get through. If Nick answered every phone call and email that was for him personally...he would literally have no time for engine building.

I had a good wait after my motor was ordered. But when it arrived everything was exactly as I wanted. And top notch. Well worth the wait. And the support I have been given so far has been great. I am a satisfied customer. Just have to be persistant with the phone calls! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" />
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Old Jul 4, 2002 | 03:53 PM
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Will do Warbird, thank's guys. It just isn't as easy as it looks some times. We are doing the best we can but some times it just doesn't quite cut it!!

Working to give better service every day! <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" />
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Old Jul 4, 2002 | 06:02 PM
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You know you are still loved Nick.. Keep the setups coming.. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Smile]" src="gr_stretch.gif" />
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Old Jul 5, 2002 | 08:50 AM
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Thanks Nick, will get back with you real soon on the choices you gave me. Sorry to page you over the internet but you are a tough Mother to get a hold of!!
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Old Jul 5, 2002 | 09:16 AM
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Don't want anything or need anything...... Just wanted to say hi Nick. Are you still coming to the race in November??? Come on down.... We can all go eat Tim's grocerys.
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