Bayman
07-15-2010, 08:31 PM
Heres what Im looking at.
Heard a tick from the drivers side head during acceleration..
Checked the oil- about 2 quarts low.
Put the scope on it, and to me it all sounded in the upper end. like a camshaft bearing.
Dropped the car off at Middletown Ford to confirm my suspicion and first thing they said " how do you get this thing in reverse?" ( ive got the T-56 6 speed iin it, but my shift knob is labeled correctly to match)
Should have known right then and there it was going to be a mistake.
Two hours later they called and said I need a new long block because of bad wrist pin in the # 3 and 4 cylinders..
If they were able to break that engine down and figure that, in two hours, they should be working for NASCAR.
When I asked why I just dont get mine rebuilt, and new cylinders, rods, rings, etc.. They said it would be more expensive
Im calling bullshit on them!
Ive since called Cincy Speed and Modular Depot, to weigh out some options even if they are right.
Granted i have a vortec and intercooler on there which my stock internals may not be able to hold,
but Im not completely sure about getting the aluminator, and replacing it due to my bank account.
At 63,000 miles, its too nice to part out and reccoop the money I just spent to buy the car 4 months ago..
Anyway, theres the history, other than the original owner passing away 4-5 years ago, and the daughters inheriting it.
Ill need alot of stuff swapped out on the new and/or rebuilt short block
headers, s/charger fuel rails, etc. and all the normal accesories..
Just dont want to have the same thng happen to me again
Now, like I said Ive tried to weigh out some options
Having just paid cash for the car, and also looking another 6-7 grand in a new aluminator with install, Im considering selling it.
Looking for feedback- Whats it worth as it sits ?
What would it be worth with a new and or rebuilt engine?
Mods/Description that I can think of, off the top of my head..
Exterior- Red, sunroof, Side exit exhaust, side scoops,real cobra R's (even have a 5th for a spare) on black leather
Drivetrain- T 56 6 speed, short throw aluminum driveshaft, 31 spline axles, 4.10 gears, Auburn Pro taction Lock
Engine -Vortech with intercooler (battery relocated to trunk)
custom fuel rails
42 lb injectors
255 in tank fuel pump
Billet fuel pressure regulator63,000 miles
Lowered, sub frame connectors, Steeda Upper and lower control arms
Exhaust- FMs shorties, Bassani x, Dynomax turbo side exhaust
Lots of other stuff Im forgetting.. but you get the point that its heavily modified, low miles, etc
Made 490 horse, 400 tq
I havent had it but about 4 months and really only drive the thing 8 miles one -way to work everyday.
But again- Looking for some feedback..
Heard a tick from the drivers side head during acceleration..
Checked the oil- about 2 quarts low.
Put the scope on it, and to me it all sounded in the upper end. like a camshaft bearing.
Dropped the car off at Middletown Ford to confirm my suspicion and first thing they said " how do you get this thing in reverse?" ( ive got the T-56 6 speed iin it, but my shift knob is labeled correctly to match)
Should have known right then and there it was going to be a mistake.
Two hours later they called and said I need a new long block because of bad wrist pin in the # 3 and 4 cylinders..
If they were able to break that engine down and figure that, in two hours, they should be working for NASCAR.
When I asked why I just dont get mine rebuilt, and new cylinders, rods, rings, etc.. They said it would be more expensive
Im calling bullshit on them!
Ive since called Cincy Speed and Modular Depot, to weigh out some options even if they are right.
Granted i have a vortec and intercooler on there which my stock internals may not be able to hold,
but Im not completely sure about getting the aluminator, and replacing it due to my bank account.
At 63,000 miles, its too nice to part out and reccoop the money I just spent to buy the car 4 months ago..
Anyway, theres the history, other than the original owner passing away 4-5 years ago, and the daughters inheriting it.
Ill need alot of stuff swapped out on the new and/or rebuilt short block
headers, s/charger fuel rails, etc. and all the normal accesories..
Just dont want to have the same thng happen to me again
Now, like I said Ive tried to weigh out some options
Having just paid cash for the car, and also looking another 6-7 grand in a new aluminator with install, Im considering selling it.
Looking for feedback- Whats it worth as it sits ?
What would it be worth with a new and or rebuilt engine?
Mods/Description that I can think of, off the top of my head..
Exterior- Red, sunroof, Side exit exhaust, side scoops,real cobra R's (even have a 5th for a spare) on black leather
Drivetrain- T 56 6 speed, short throw aluminum driveshaft, 31 spline axles, 4.10 gears, Auburn Pro taction Lock
Engine -Vortech with intercooler (battery relocated to trunk)
custom fuel rails
42 lb injectors
255 in tank fuel pump
Billet fuel pressure regulator63,000 miles
Lowered, sub frame connectors, Steeda Upper and lower control arms
Exhaust- FMs shorties, Bassani x, Dynomax turbo side exhaust
Lots of other stuff Im forgetting.. but you get the point that its heavily modified, low miles, etc
Made 490 horse, 400 tq
I havent had it but about 4 months and really only drive the thing 8 miles one -way to work everyday.
But again- Looking for some feedback..