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Aug 25, 2010 | 12:56 PM

383camaro1991

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help 383??? opinions for next step

I have a 383 that is getting near the end of its life and i want to either rebuild the 383 i have in it now which is just an older high nickel block or buy a new shortblock

which would be more cost effective?

Aug 25, 2010 | 01:00 PM

Apeiron

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From: Mercedes Norte, Heredia, Costa Rica

Car: 1984 Z28 Hardtop

Engine: 383 Carb

Transmission: 4L60

Axle/Gears: 3.54 Dana 44

Re: help 383??? opinions for next step

Costs probably won't be that much different either way, assuming your existing components are in good shape.

Aug 25, 2010 | 01:02 PM

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Re: help 383??? opinions for next step

Yeah how tired is it? Just need a rebore/piston package and new bearings and call it a day? Or would you want to do rods/pistons/crank?

Does the block have a rebore left in it?

If you bought a new shortblock would it be a aftermarket block setup? IF so go with more inches.