cameljockey
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hey everyone I figured an update is in order for this build.
the short block is being built this week at my local machine shop I think I figured out how to post pics of some components so here goes:
The rods are a set of Cunningham 6" center to center bushed for floating Chevy pins. I was going to use some reconditioned rods but after I got them the pin ends were not it the best shape I can post pics to explain later. Cunningham is the best source for a custom rod I had searched every where for 2 months and they couldn't be beat for price and quality.
The pistons are from Ross racing on account of my work is like 10 minutes from them and again I shopped for a good month and they beat out some of the competition in the end it was a decision to go with a local vendor so that if I want to talk to someone all I have to do is stop by during lunch. note the TBC on the crown and the SDF on the skirt.
The crank has been cryogenically strengthened and turned .010 and .010
both the rear main cap and the crank have been machined for a one piece rear main seal
The block itself has been fully shot peened and stress relived and all casting flash has been removed (pics coming soon)
I recently ordered and Aluminum head setup from Mike at Classic Inlines and the turbo and EFI set up should be completed in April.
turbo plans include a GT3582R
EFI is still up in the air as to which computer to use. This motor is going into my daily driver '66 mustang coupe so drive-ability is really important.
I still need to search the turbo section of the forum to get some ideas on sizing for the turbo though. I don't want more than 10-12 lbs of boost on the street until Cometic decides to come out with an MLS head gasket for our engines I know Mike is working on it so I will have to wait.
More details later I have to get back to work.
Thanks for any input
Keep sixn'
Dan
the short block is being built this week at my local machine shop I think I figured out how to post pics of some components so here goes:
The rods are a set of Cunningham 6" center to center bushed for floating Chevy pins. I was going to use some reconditioned rods but after I got them the pin ends were not it the best shape I can post pics to explain later. Cunningham is the best source for a custom rod I had searched every where for 2 months and they couldn't be beat for price and quality.
The pistons are from Ross racing on account of my work is like 10 minutes from them and again I shopped for a good month and they beat out some of the competition in the end it was a decision to go with a local vendor so that if I want to talk to someone all I have to do is stop by during lunch. note the TBC on the crown and the SDF on the skirt.
The crank has been cryogenically strengthened and turned .010 and .010
both the rear main cap and the crank have been machined for a one piece rear main seal
The block itself has been fully shot peened and stress relived and all casting flash has been removed (pics coming soon)
I recently ordered and Aluminum head setup from Mike at Classic Inlines and the turbo and EFI set up should be completed in April.
turbo plans include a GT3582R
EFI is still up in the air as to which computer to use. This motor is going into my daily driver '66 mustang coupe so drive-ability is really important.
I still need to search the turbo section of the forum to get some ideas on sizing for the turbo though. I don't want more than 10-12 lbs of boost on the street until Cometic decides to come out with an MLS head gasket for our engines I know Mike is working on it so I will have to wait.
More details later I have to get back to work.
Thanks for any input
Keep sixn'
Dan