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Old Dec 5, 2011 | 02:37 PM
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Car: 1989 IROC-Z Hardtop
Engine: L98 w/SLP Performance Package
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I'm looking for a reputable engine rebuilder for my 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.


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Old Nov 19, 2012 | 07:46 PM
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Re: Engine Rebuilders...

Did you ever find one?
David
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Old Nov 19, 2012 | 10:29 PM
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Straightline in Uxbridge.
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Old Nov 20, 2012 | 07:44 AM
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Re: Engine Rebuilders...

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Straightline in Uxbridge.
Good to know. Were you happy with the result?
Did you just get a straight re-build or play with pistons, cams etc for more oomph?

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Old Nov 24, 2012 | 03:50 PM
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Re: Engine Rebuilders...

David.

I did a complete re-re of the motor with a slight increase in compression, due to funds at the time. The plenum, throttle body, and runners were blasted and ported. The block, k-member, and valve covers were repainted with stock colours. They did a wonderful job.

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Old Nov 24, 2012 | 04:18 PM
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The work you had done is all good stuff! Was it done in the car or with engine removed? I'm guessing engine removed.
Car looks excellent too!
Is it a 5 speed or automatic?
David
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Old Nov 24, 2012 | 11:01 PM
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Re: Engine Rebuilders...

The engine was removed, and block was sent out to a machine shop etc. The car is a 5.7L with the 700R4 automatic, SLP headers, intake runners, and exhaust.


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Old Nov 25, 2012 | 06:00 PM
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Excellent!
Love the gold trim wheels too.
VERY nice car in every way now.
David
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Old Nov 25, 2012 | 09:17 PM
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Re: Engine Rebuilders...

Is Andy still running it? I'll have to go see him about rebuilding the rear of my car, he's nice and close for me. The last time I was there was 15 years ago and he was on munham in scarborough.
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Old Nov 25, 2012 | 10:20 PM
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Re: Engine Rebuilders...

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Is Andy still running it? I'll have to go see him about rebuilding the rear of my car, he's nice and close for me. The last time I was there was 15 years ago and he was on munham in scarborough.
I THOUGHT the name (Straightline) sounded familiar! I used the have a small M/C shop on Nantucket Rd.. about 100 yards away from Straightline!!!
David
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