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Old Nov 23, 2009 | 09:09 AM
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Car: 1986 Camaro Z28
Engine: 305 Carb
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 2.73
Getting started

Got the top end off the L98 350 yesterday. Seems to be in good shape. Still need to get the oil pan and stuff off, then off to the shop it goes!
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Old Nov 24, 2009 | 09:12 AM
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Car: 1986 Camaro Z28
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Re: Getting started

I got the pan off last night. Looks good down there. I am happy with how clean it is for a 124k miles..
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Old Dec 14, 2009 | 04:43 PM
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Car: 1986 Camaro Z28
Engine: 305 Carb
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 2.73
Re: Getting started

Bottom end is at the shop. Orderd 480/230 roller cam, new roller lifters, springs, roller rockers, and pushrods, Also got the new bearings and rings on the way.

Next is the heads. He is going to go though them and replace all the basics, port and polish..

I am ready to get this thing in the car. need more power this 305 is just not getting it done.
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