REAL MAN TRUCKWORKS & SURVIVAL
GENERAL TOPICS => D.O.T. => Topic started by: KensAuto on August 04, 2015, 10:51:22 AM
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I've been turnin' wrenches for a while now, and over time, my love of cars has faded. There was a time when a 56 chevy would really turn my crank, or maybe an old studebaker truck cruising down the road would get my blood pumpin', but I confess, now I only think to myself "that poor sucker, I bet he spent 2 grand this year just keeping that thing on the road", or something to that affect. I have come to despise working on older stuff, soley because it's not very profitable, and most of the owners are tight wads.
...so, I thought my heart was dead for cars, until, this little gem rolled into my humble abode last week:
(http://i.imgur.com/FpovTXl.jpg)
..then I opened the hood (trunk?) "what is that doing in there?" I asked the owner, while pointing at a small block vette engine. He responded "oh, I didn't tell you, it's a kit car".
Yeah.
Oh well, maybe next time.
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How do you beat a SBC in about anything!!!!
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I'm sure that Ken will agree with you that the SBC is the jewel of the nile in our world, but I think it was the build up and let down of expecting that glorious Italian v12 and instead getting sledge hammered w/ Detroit iron.
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I'm sure that Ken will agree with you that the SBC is the jewel of the nile in our world, but I think it was the build up and let down of expecting that glorious Italian v12 and instead getting sledge hammered w/ Detroit iron.
Ditto! I love the rumble of heavy Detroit metal (give me a 454 SS Chevelle!) but there is also something really awesome about the high pitched whine of a true supercar engine (Ferrari, Lambo, etc.). Some nights I love a bone in ribeye, some nights I love BBQ. ;)
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It was very disappointing. I so wanted to test drive a lambo v12....you could say that it was on my bucket list.
This thing was so hacked up. I have seen some kits that were spot on, but this was not! Wiring hanging off the exhaust, etc etc. What a mess. Matter of fact, it was at the shop because it would die when stepping on the brakes. lol
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If it'll make you feel better you can put an LS in XJ... ;D
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Boring Bobby. :rollseyes
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12v bobby.
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12v bobby.
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Now that I could get into. It might squeeze in the back. At 5000 lbs for just the engine I think the springs would be an issue. We could figure it out though. When are we gonna meet up and get this project going?
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How do you beat a SBC in about anything!!!!
You CAN'T
Except, maybe by one of those Chevy Hi-Po parts big blocks
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I'm sure that Ken will agree with you that the SBC is the jewel of the nile in our world, but I think it was the build up and let down of expecting that glorious Italian v12 and instead getting sledge hammered w/ Detroit iron.
Ditto! I love the rumble of heavy Detroit metal (give me a 454 SS Chevelle!) but there is also something really awesome about the high pitched whine of a true supercar engine (Ferrari, Lambo, etc.). Some nights I love a bone in ribeye, some nights I love BBQ. ;)
My neighbor has an original, as in original paint 69 Z-28 with a 302 4 speed and 4.56 gears. That solid lifter cam's rumble is so sweet. Right beside it he had a 69 427 Yenko Camaro, also solid lifter cam engine. That BB definitely roars with more authority.
Give me a Mark IV big block any day!
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12v bobby.
I think that'll be a bit too big for the engine compartment. Maybe a 4BT...
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I still have a roller cam, big arm Mopar Wedge in the shop. It was in the crew cab for well over a decade of abuse. I have been trying to find an excuse to toss it in something now for ages. I also still have my 85 Mustang GT which has a pretty get with the program small block in it.
The above said I can't deny my next project after the Crew Cab will most likely be a M37 Dodge with a very healthy LS engine. Those LS can really make efficient power compared to older engines we all love.
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Yummy, an M37. One of the few dodges I would actually own.