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Old 02-11-2016, 11:33 PM
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Working on an AEI motor plate install currently.
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Old 02-12-2016, 06:32 PM
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That motor plate looks like it's 1/2" thick. I made my own from 3/8" thick plate.
Old 02-12-2016, 08:43 PM
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Yes it's the upgraded half inch plate, rated at 2000hp. Bought it off jesasaurusrex on here. He ended up not building an ls combo. Certainly a stout piece
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when small blocks under 400 inches have more ***** than 600" big blocks, they need thick plates.
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195hp 305 with a motor plate
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Originally Posted by mw66nova
when small blocks under 400 inches have more ***** than 600" big blocks, they need thick plates.
We all can't have a home made mig-welded death trap you know.
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lol, i resent that statement
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