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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 08:04 PM
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Hey everyone, my name is Steve and I am new to the v8 world. I have been in the import world, more into DSM's and Evos. Helped build some 500 hp+ Honda's too. Ive had low 12/high 11 seconds dsms. I help my buddy out alot who owns a small awd dyno shop here in the Pittsburgh Area (not here to advertise, just telling you guys what I tinker with.) I am a genuine car guy and I appreciate all brands and setups. (except nitrous! haha)

I have an 02 lq4/4l80e dropout sitting in my garage in hopes of find a good notch to stick it in. Plans are for some boost later.

Anxious to learn all about the LS motors

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...Here's a pic of the old ride for ***** and giggles. Good times.
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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 08:09 PM
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welcome and good choice! ford tough with chevy stuff is the saying i believe. just make sure you read all the stickies before you ask anything. plenty of in depth, good info around here.
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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 08:10 PM
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Welcome aboard man. Clean Talon by the way.
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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 08:14 PM
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That iron block will hold a good amount of boost. That will be one quick fox. If you think turbo 4 cylinders are bad wait till you start messing with turbo 8s lol there is a pretty quick dsm in my town. Welcome!!
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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 08:26 PM
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Are those ZR1's on the car? j/k Welcome to the site!!!
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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 08:33 PM
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Thanks guys for the warm welcome, I feel so lost moving to a new platform. But that is why I am here!
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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 08:34 PM
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Turbo v8 :

Nah jking.. sick as hell
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Old Oct 22, 2009 | 08:36 PM
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Originally Posted by transam5.7lt1
Are those ZR1's on the car? j/k Welcome to the site!!!
Lmfao i just noticed that. Just go to the IV section and look at the stickies and ask questions, people will help you out
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