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10-29-2007, 04:30 PM
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Blue 67
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: Western WA
Posts: 1,179
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Need some advise
Hello all:
I am planning my truck's next project/upgrade: engine and transmission. Here is the story; I believe I have a good engine. It drives fine, no smoke and takes off fast. I am planning to check the compression but have not done it yet. the problems are 1- oil leaks 2- possible Valve guide issues. I believe my engine is 350 but what year? I don't know. All numbers on the block have been scraped off. As far as transmision goes, Ihave 3 on the tree. Now these are the question: 1- What are the most common area for oil leaks? I have read here that dropping the oil pan to change the gasket and possible find a number on the block is a pain. If this true anybody has any tips? 2- If I want to change the cylinder head, what are the suggestion? specially if I don't have any block number? 3- I really like the manual. I read a lot the camaro's five speed is not a best choice. Any ideas? 4- Finally the most important issues: This my first truck rebuild (in that matter, car or truck) therefore I need something that I can handle. Second, I reely need to stay within budget. thanks for any help.
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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