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Old Jul 12, 2002 | 04:00 PM
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From: Frederick, MD
Car: 86 z28, 87 IROC, 88 sc, 93 z28
Engine: LG4, LB9, LO3, LT1
Transmission: 700r4, T5, 700r4, 4L60
Axle/Gears: 3.73, 3.45, 2.73, 3.42
what to do for a new engine

I have a 86 z28 with a lg4 which is way to slow. I am looking into all ortions for a new engine. Unfortunately i am haveing trouble coming across any good ones to rebuild and build up (350 w 4 bolt main or better). I have a paw catalog and was wondering if anyone has bought a engine from them. If so how is it i am interested in the custom racing package 400 4 bolt main. but with all i need it will be $3000+. Just wondering if anyone has delt with them or has any better options for me. Thanks for any help!
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Old Jul 13, 2002 | 09:04 AM
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Just so that you don't limit yourself, a 2-bolt case can be machined for four-bolt SPLAYED main caps in the three center positions for about $200. Those are actually a bit more rigid than the factory four-bolt caps. As long as you are open to various combinations, you might consider the fairly common 383 stroker.
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Old Jul 13, 2002 | 10:03 AM
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Hey, I see you're from MD. Check out the Mid Atlantic board, for my 2 posts. We're having a 3rd Gen gathering on the 27th you can get more info in those posts. Looks like there will be about 15-20 of us as of now.
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