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hi i have a chance 2 buy a lightning 5.8L short block to build for my truck but idk if its worth gettin it or just gettin my regular 5.8L built instead if anyone could help me i would appreciate it thanks
In a short block, the only difference is the pistons
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Matt C.
Intercooled Vortech, Victor Jr. heads, roller cam, 62lb injectors, 2800 stall converter, Eaton Locker, Pickrel Headers and Exhaust, FMS Mass Air using SCT tuning software. Road trip and dragstrip ready!
I personally wouldn't use the factory cam if it comes with the short block. The F4TE blocks (found in mid 93 and later 5.8L) make it easy and inexpensive to convert to a roller cam using roller hardware and lifters from a 5.0/5.8 roller cam equipped motor.
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Matt C.
Intercooled Vortech, Victor Jr. heads, roller cam, 62lb injectors, 2800 stall converter, Eaton Locker, Pickrel Headers and Exhaust, FMS Mass Air using SCT tuning software. Road trip and dragstrip ready!
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difference in a 5.8L lightning and a regular 5.8L
