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FirstGen · 03-11-2004, 08:23 PM

Looks like I'm going to need a new motor for my truck. Mechanic says leak down test shows low compression in 3 cyclinders with 80% of it as result of blow by the rings

Will probably look to replace the transmission also while I'm at it.

I'd like to find a 327/350/383/400 SBC and a 700r4 to put in my truck. Anybody have any opinions on shops in the Dallas area or mail order to reccomend? Also open to board members that might be selling a new or barely used motor and or transmission.

Thanks guys. Bad bad day...

*67Fleetsidedream* · 03-11-2004, 08:32 PM

Just rebuild it. It would cost you less in the long run. You can gat a rebuild kit for $150.00. Plus you can add some HP goodies to it and make it really run. If I lived closer to Dallas I would rebuild it for you.

67_SS396 · 03-11-2004, 08:39 PM

If you want to go for a rebuild, I highly suggest Kim Barr Racing Engines in Garland, he does top notch work. That or you could go with a GM crate engine with an outstanding warranty.

FirstGen · 03-11-2004, 08:57 PM

Yeah, I had a buddy that used Kim Barr you are right about his stuff. I would rebuild it but I'd rather get something with more cubes since it is only a 307. I really like to go no smaller than a 350...

angelsairman · 03-11-2004, 11:36 PM

definatly go with the 350, cheapest motor to rebuild....

angelsairman · 03-11-2004, 11:37 PM

ohhh and PAW sells some decent long and short block kits.....

Joey-D · 03-12-2004, 01:01 AM

Check out Larry's Performance Shop 323-722-8865
www.larrysperformance.com

These guys quoted me a 383 shortblock with TRW forged piston and 10.1 compression fully assembled, balanced and blueprinted shipped to my work for $1400 and something. That is amazing! The 350 block I had was going to be $1500 for machine work (.30 over, decked, and cleared for the 400 crank) plus another $800-900 for a rotating assembly. Plus I would have had to put it together. Not exactly what I wanted to do for my first motor build was 383 and have to double check and triple check the clearance and grind down the block when I am just an amateur, but I wanted the stroker. They do all that work for you. I know that having them assemble it takes the fun out of the build, but hell no you know its done right. They do this day in, day out. I haven't made it to that point yet, so can't tell you if its a good motor, but you can't beat the price.

Also someone on this site has a new 571 Gm crate motor for sale. Yes I said 571. Its the 12.1 compression 720 hp 650 ft lb? motor. Only $15,000. But just remember, it has GM's warranty!!!!!!!!!!

FirstGen · 03-12-2004, 01:10 AM

crazy, the 1400 is for the short block only right?

Joey-D · 03-12-2004, 01:18 AM

yep, slap on some big ol' AFR heads and hold the f!ck on>

rogf4 · 03-12-2004, 01:34 AM

Try Jim Pace he is in Ohio largest gm dealer over 4 million in inventory new crate engine no core charge delivered for about $1350.00 with wty. 3 year 36,000

rogf4 · 03-12-2004, 01:38 AM

Jim Pace sells transmissions also what model are you looking for? if interested let me know I will get the number for you.
Roger

FirstGen · 03-12-2004, 04:26 AM

Yeah definatly interested. Looking for a 350 and a 700r4 probably.
Thanks...

charles oliver · 03-12-2004, 09:12 AM

Does anybody have an email or web address for him ?
Thanks
Charlie

Sweet72 · 03-12-2004, 11:48 AM

www.PACEPerformance.com

charles oliver · 03-12-2004, 06:31 PM

Thanks for the www.paceperformance.com but it doesn't work
Maybe the site is down right now.

Charlie

jhow66 · 03-12-2004, 11:40 PM

www.paceparts.com

Chevyguy111786 · 03-13-2004, 03:21 AM

i got a motor i'll sell ya, you can come check it out too, it ran great before i pulled it. i'd even help ya put it in just for the heck of it. it's a 350. came out of my 70, i have a 72 corvette engine to replace it.

FirstGen · 03-13-2004, 08:57 AM

Cool, any idea on milage on the 350? How much you wanting for it?
Thanks

walker · 03-13-2004, 11:43 AM

The new GM crate 350 is $1350 with a 3 year 50k warranty. I did it a while back. If I had it to do again I would void the warranty and put in a new cam and put my performance heads before I put it in.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 03-13-2004, 11:47 AM

I did the same thing walker did and I would also step up and void the warranty but it's fast in a heavy a$$ blazer..

junkyardjohn · 03-13-2004, 12:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 67Fleetsidedream
Just rebuild it. It would cost you less in the long run. You can gat a rebuild kit for $150.00. Plus you can add some HP goodies to it and make it really run. If I lived closer to Dallas I would rebuild it for you.

WOW ..... $150 .. THATS CHEAP .. THROW IN ANOTHER $40 OR $50 FOR MACHINE WORK, PERFORMANCE GOODIES, & GASKETS & YOU'LL HAVE A GREAT MOTOR.

JOHN

PanelDeland · 03-13-2004, 03:44 PM

GM also sells a 383 crate motor. It uses a 3.80 crank throw with clearance built into the block for the longer throw and rod clearance.This way the block can use a standard bore so that it can be machined a couple of times for rebuilds.Comes with the GM warranty.Another site is Scoggins/Dickey in Lubbock Tx.Just don't date the ditzy twits if you go to pick one up.

Chevyguy111786 · 03-13-2004, 06:56 PM

the 350 has prolly 15,000 miles on it. if i can sell it for 600 or so i will. but today i was talkin to my dad and might try and find a 85 or so with a great body and crappy engine for cheap and through m y engine and tranny in there. but let me know. cuz i can go either way.

03-11-2004, 08:23 PM	#1
FirstGen Just Don't Stop! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,239	*Well Sht** Looks like I'm going to need a new motor for my truck. Mechanic says leak down test shows low compression in 3 cyclinders with 80% of it as result of blow by the rings Will probably look to replace the transmission also while I'm at it. I'd like to find a 327/350/383/400 SBC and a 700r4 to put in my truck. Anybody have any opinions on shops in the Dallas area or mail order to reccomend? Also open to board members that might be selling a new or barely used motor and or transmission. Thanks guys. Bad bad day... __________________ 1968 C10 build in process TT LSA/6L90e/9"

03-11-2004, 08:39 PM	#3
67_SS396 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Blue Ridge, Tx Posts: 1,172	If you want to go for a rebuild, I highly suggest Kim Barr Racing Engines in Garland, he does top notch work. That or you could go with a GM crate engine with an outstanding warranty. __________________ Fawker Fab three seater rock crawler buggy 498 BBC/SM465/203/205 doubler, propane, 5.13's, 42" PB Rockers '66 C10 - The new hot rod '77 3+3 Dually - 12 valve 4wd conversion tow rig project '28 Ford 2 door sedan street rod RevLimit Offroad "Hang on beer, we can do this."

03-11-2004, 08:57 PM	#4
FirstGen Just Don't Stop! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,239	Yeah, I had a buddy that used Kim Barr you are right about his stuff. I would rebuild it but I'd rather get something with more cubes since it is only a 307. I really like to go no smaller than a 350... __________________ 1968 C10 build in process TT LSA/6L90e/9"

03-11-2004, 11:36 PM	#5
angelsairman Future Owner Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Grand Forks AFB, ND Posts: 151	definatly go with the 350, cheapest motor to rebuild.... __________________ Its not the end result that counts most...its the journey along the way that's most rewarding My truck doesn't leak, it just marks it's territory

03-11-2004, 11:37 PM	#6
angelsairman Future Owner Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Grand Forks AFB, ND Posts: 151	ohhh and PAW sells some decent long and short block kits..... __________________ Its not the end result that counts most...its the journey along the way that's most rewarding My truck doesn't leak, it just marks it's territory

03-11-2004, 08:32 PM	#2
67Fleetsidedream Wiseass secured himself a BAN Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: MOON!!! Posts: 2,282	Just rebuild it. It would cost you less in the long run. You can gat a rebuild kit for $150.00. Plus you can add some HP goodies to it and make it really run. If I lived closer to Dallas I would rebuild it for you.

03-12-2004, 01:01 AM	#7
Joey-D City's Articulation Ramp Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: St. Louis Missouri Posts: 452	Check out Larry's Performance Shop 323-722-8865 www.larrysperformance.com These guys quoted me a 383 shortblock with TRW forged piston and 10.1 compression fully assembled, balanced and blueprinted shipped to my work for $1400 and something. That is amazing! The 350 block I had was going to be $1500 for machine work (.30 over, decked, and cleared for the 400 crank) plus another $800-900 for a rotating assembly. Plus I would have had to put it together. Not exactly what I wanted to do for my first motor build was 383 and have to double check and triple check the clearance and grind down the block when I am just an amateur, but I wanted the stroker. They do all that work for you. I know that having them assemble it takes the fun out of the build, but hell no you know its done right. They do this day in, day out. I haven't made it to that point yet, so can't tell you if its a good motor, but you can't beat the price. Also someone on this site has a new 571 Gm crate motor for sale. Yes I said 571. Its the 12.1 compression 720 hp 650 ft lb? motor. Only $15,000. But just remember, it has GM's warranty!!!!!!!!!! __________________ 85 K90 SWB Rockwells 46x19.5 on double beadlocks 20" lift 305/sm465/NP208 Toy 00 Silverado 2wd SWB 4.8 auto 3/4 drop slamair bags esclade rims Daily Driver 06 Harley Sporster 883 low 19?? Zamboni, Really I own a Zamboni! "If your gonna be stupid, then you better be tough."

03-12-2004, 01:10 AM	#8
FirstGen Just Don't Stop! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,239	crazy, the 1400 is for the short block only right? __________________ 1968 C10 build in process TT LSA/6L90e/9"

03-12-2004, 01:18 AM	#9
Joey-D City's Articulation Ramp Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: St. Louis Missouri Posts: 452	yep, slap on some big ol' AFR heads and hold the f!ck on> __________________ 85 K90 SWB Rockwells 46x19.5 on double beadlocks 20" lift 305/sm465/NP208 Toy 00 Silverado 2wd SWB 4.8 auto 3/4 drop slamair bags esclade rims Daily Driver 06 Harley Sporster 883 low 19?? Zamboni, Really I own a Zamboni! "If your gonna be stupid, then you better be tough."

03-12-2004, 01:34 AM	#10
rogf4 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: whitesburg,Tn Posts: 223	Try Jim Pace he is in Ohio largest gm dealer over 4 million in inventory new crate engine no core charge delivered for about $1350.00 with wty. 3 year 36,000

03-12-2004, 01:38 AM	#11
rogf4 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: whitesburg,Tn Posts: 223	Jim Pace sells transmissions also what model are you looking for? if interested let me know I will get the number for you. Roger

03-12-2004, 04:26 AM	#12
FirstGen Just Don't Stop! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,239	Yeah definatly interested. Looking for a 350 and a 700r4 probably. Thanks... __________________ 1968 C10 build in process TT LSA/6L90e/9"

03-12-2004, 09:12 AM	#13
charles oliver 68 camtruck Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Harrison, Ohio USA Posts: 233	Jim Pace Does anybody have an email or web address for him ? Thanks Charlie __________________ 71 GMC Jimmy 4X4 68 Huger Orange Camaro 454 with TH400 :gmc:

03-12-2004, 11:48 AM	#14
Sweet72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 1,534	www.PACEPerformance.com __________________ '72 GMC SWB C1500 Custom, frame-off in progress. 383 SBC, 9:1CR, Comp Cams XE262H, Scat internal balanced crank, Eagle SIR 6" rods, Keith Black dish pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 72/180 heads, Weiand Stealth intake, Stewart stage I water pump, Holley 4bbl vac sec, TH350 with B&M Shift Improver Kit. 12 bolt positraction.

03-12-2004, 06:31 PM	#15
charles oliver 68 camtruck Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Harrison, Ohio USA Posts: 233	Thanks for the www.paceperformance.com but it doesn't work Maybe the site is down right now. Charlie __________________ 71 GMC Jimmy 4X4 68 Huger Orange Camaro 454 with TH400 :gmc:



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03-12-2004, 11:40 PM	#16
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03-13-2004, 03:21 AM	#17
Chevyguy111786 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Garland, Texas Posts: 1,127	i got a motor i'll sell ya, you can come check it out too, it ran great before i pulled it. i'd even help ya put it in just for the heck of it. it's a 350. came out of my 70, i have a 72 corvette engine to replace it.

03-13-2004, 08:57 AM	#18
FirstGen Just Don't Stop! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Dallas Posts: 1,239	Cool, any idea on milage on the 350? How much you wanting for it? Thanks __________________ 1968 C10 build in process TT LSA/6L90e/9"

03-13-2004, 11:43 AM	#19
walker Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: north of Phx AZ about 30 miles Posts: 698	The new GM crate 350 is $1350 with a 3 year 50k warranty. I did it a while back. If I had it to do again I would void the warranty and put in a new cam and put my performance heads before I put it in. __________________ Andy,Phx AZ '67 C-10 (Ahhh, done at last. Well there is that disk front end I want to put in and...) "23 C-Cab-sold '48 Ford 8N tractor(still working) '67 Scout(Now on the road) '70 MG B.-sold

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03-13-2004, 06:56 PM	#23
Chevyguy111786 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Garland, Texas Posts: 1,127	the 350 has prolly 15,000 miles on it. if i can sell it for 600 or so i will. but today i was talkin to my dad and might try and find a 85 or so with a great body and crappy engine for cheap and through m y engine and tranny in there. but let me know. cuz i can go either way.

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