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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 09:11 AM
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Ok so I decided to do.the rebuild. Is there anything I should do while the engine is out to help with performance? I'm definitely doing over sized pistons. The amount depends on the machine shop. I am doing a 3 inch downpipe, and contemplating the home made bellows. I want to do stage 1 sticks, but that May come later on. What would you do other than what's listed?
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 09:27 AM
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Hpop like t500....have the lower end balanced...valve springs,pushrods...just depends how much power u are after and how much $ you can spend.if i was that far i would do head studs too.at least that is my plan
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 09:31 AM
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How much is a t500?
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 09:38 AM
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Like 425 i think.just check around.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 12:32 PM
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T500 is 450 plus core are send yours in to be built
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by fordpride
T500 is 450 plus core are send yours in to be built
Can clay take care of that and is it any cheaper? Pros/Cons of each?
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 12:52 PM
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You can order from Clay or Terminator Engineering
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 05:57 PM
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Sounds like fun alright. I am her reading your plans and getting really jealous. Mine runs great, but I would love to freshen it up and have the rotating assembly balanced.
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 06:15 PM
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Sounds like fun alright. I am her reading your plans and getting really jealous. Mine runs great, but I would love to freshen it up and have the rotating assembly balanced.
Trust me... I would rather be driving than building..... But I May as well have a little fun with it!
 
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Old Aug 19, 2012 | 06:21 PM
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Yes you should. Do it once and do it right.
 
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