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02-11-2014, 10:29 PM
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Spent a lot of money today
I got my tax return today. Came home and ordered the following.
Gm L31-R crate engine: http://www.summitracing.com/parts/nal-12530283 Edelbrock 2116 : http://www.summitracing.com/parts/edl-2116/overview/ Mallory 4309 Fuel Pressure Regulator: Fel-Pro MS98000T Manifold Gasket Set: Melonized Distributor gear: And a few other odd and ends. But now seeing the price tag I'm feeling bad that I spent all that money. Hopefully when it all gets here and I get around to putting it in the truck. The smile while be back on my face. |
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02-11-2014, 10:37 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
It feels sooo good when you click the button to add to your cart. But once you click submit is when it all sinks in a little. Keep us posted when it comes in...don't forget the pics.
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02-12-2014, 07:27 AM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
I have 12 grand in mine. Rusted and patched frame, one door, only front brakes, and honestly 4 different colors... But when i dump it at 5 grand and light my 38's up i smile bigger than ever... For now. I know when i got to buy new tires no more smiling lol
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02-12-2014, 10:10 AM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
I started adding up what I have in mine roughly. Then I quit adding. It's probably better that way.
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02-12-2014, 10:16 AM
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Robert Olson Transport
 
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
the buyers remorse goes away with the first test drive trust me good luck
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02-12-2014, 10:52 AM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
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02-12-2014, 02:55 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
Thats why I usually buy a little at a time... and try not to add it all up later.
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02-19-2014, 02:06 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
New engine should be here today. So I pulled the old one this morning.
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02-19-2014, 03:42 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
there ain't nothing cheap if you want to do it right - just go forward (quickly)
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02-19-2014, 07:13 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
Finally got here. To late to keep working. So maybe tomorrow.
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02-19-2014, 07:17 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
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02-19-2014, 07:40 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
Nah, that is not a lot of money....
This is a lot of money!  All funnies aside, congrats on your new engine. Nothing like the sounds and smells of a new engine firing up. 
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02-19-2014, 09:12 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
It's always hard to bite the bullet. But then again it's only money right?
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02-19-2014, 09:31 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
Good lookin' motor! Do you have a build thread for the truck??
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02-19-2014, 09:36 PM
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Robert Olson Transport
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
that motor looks a lot prettier than the old one!
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02-19-2014, 09:37 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
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02-19-2014, 09:42 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
Hankster: No build thread yet.
old Rusty C10: It sure does look a lot better. I hope this one stays clean for a while. |
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02-19-2014, 10:26 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
That L31, in my opinion, is probably the only crate engine bargain ! It will be a great running stock engine and a great foundation if you ever want to upgrade the cam specs too.
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02-28-2014, 06:18 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
Made some good progress today despite being cold out. Motor in, Trans bolted back up (minus trans mount. Which I can't seem to find one that fits). Exhaust, intake, carb, and water pump.
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02-28-2014, 06:21 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
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I just tell myself it's worth it.
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02-28-2014, 06:23 PM
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02-28-2014, 07:10 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
Looking good so far!!
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02-28-2014, 10:19 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
Looks good! Ah, oh….where’s the fuel injection?? I see the relays??? EFI is the best part of an ‘87
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02-28-2014, 10:24 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
The TBI is in a box, sitting on the floor. After a year of trying to get it to run right. And spending a ton of money on it. I got tried of it and just put a carb on. FI is great when it's working, but once it goes bad it's a PITA.
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02-28-2014, 10:29 PM
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Re: Spent a lot of money today
My '87 had a weird trans mount. I took the remnants of it to one of the box stores and matched it up.
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