Rebuild question
02-16-2009, 04:29 PM
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Rebuild question So lets say I buy a used LT1 shortblock to rebuild and I want to reuse the stock rotating assembly. Do I have to have the rotating assembly rebalanced if I use my flywheel and hub? Im trying to keep it a budget build so any help would be great.
02-16-2009, 04:32 PM
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no u would not have to rebalance it. i would suggest putting new piston rings n it though. if u go that route stamp the rods and mains so that they go back in the same place u took them out of.
02-16-2009, 05:37 PM
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Are you going to be reusing the stock valve train? Then I would suggest either buying or making a nice valvetrian organizer tray. It will ensure that the rocker, bearing, nut, and pushrod all go back in their original location. Which is key to prevent excessive wear.
02-16-2009, 07:11 PM
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basic rule to rebuilds if reusing the parts is......put everything back where it came from. youll be golden.
the engine creates a wear pattern that you must keep in order
the engine creates a wear pattern that you must keep in order
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Alright now if I bore this .030 over, will i be able to use the stock pistons? If not what would be a good low cost piston to use. This motor will never see boost and probably around 380 rwhp.