Recent content by vzdude

So....had a super HX40 purchased, but fell through. Ok.....maybe it wasn't the turbo for me? Before I take the plunge again, I figured I'd at least get some advice. Truck in sig. 215 pump , 80HP II sticks, Scheid's custom ground plate - looks like a V sideways ? :blahblah1:, and upgraded...

HE351CW modified to use the HX40 turbine and inducer wheel. Wastegate ported to 1" . New bearings and seals when put on and less than 3K since installed. Works fine, just need some more air! $400 shipped to just about anywhere. Or can be picked up in Indiana . Work in West Lafayette and live in...

As much as it pains me to sell, I've just gotta due to extenuating circumstances :doh:. 97 ECLB 5spd 4x4 12V White. Fresh engine ( Diamond Machine ) and pump ( Scheids ) Has new u joints and new Valair Kevlar/Ceramic clutch and flywheel. All with less than 3K miles on them . Clear coat is...

Got an old plate laying around? Stock, one you didn't like, whatever it may be, I wanna play around with some profiles, and am looking to buy a plate or two to do so. Hit me up with what ya got. Thanks! Andy 219-613-6585 call or text

So... fresh engine build. Fresh pump tune 350cc and 17* timing . .020 over pistons, stock cam, HE351CW turbo at about 24 psi and smokes too much! I know, I know.....most people like that, but I'm after mileage and power, not smoke ;) Will more boost clear up the smoke, or do I need some...

T-3 to T-4 adapter flange $50 4" HX35 second gen downpipe $50 HX35 in good shape, no play $200 Stock 2nd gen headlights, turnsignals and fog lights $50 - fog lights need help - they're free though with the headlights! NV4500 Flywheel , clutch and pressure plate $100 - Has some life left in the...

Is there any certain way to tell if the push rods are all the way down in the lifters without pulling the cover? Put the head on, and everything else on the side of the engine before putting the push rods in . Have a couple with tension on them and I can't for the life of me remember how they...

Which one would you choose, and why? Putting a HE351CW on a 12 valve. 80hp II injectors, Pump and plate tuned by Scheids 350cc 17* timing, 4" exhaust all the way back - straight pipe

Ok.....have ARP's - head is already set on the block getting ready to do it to it! NOW- anyone know off hand, which studs need the sealer on them for the ones that go into the coolant passages? Can't really see down into them to know at this point....I know, I know.....my bad!

So.....engine has been rebuilt, and ready to go in. Pump has been calibrated by Scheids and injectors pop tested as well. Figure it's a good time to upgrade my turbo! BUT!!! Budget has been hit pretty hard with all the previous stuff! I have access to a decent HX40, but no real info on the specs...

Trying to pick a clutch is like my wife picking out a dress! Confusing, frustrating, then even more confusing! So.....97 12v 5sp, #8 plate 80HP II Injectors. Towing around 10K camper and equip. about 1500 miles a year. Drive normally another 3500 a year. What would you choose and why?

So....rebuilding my 12 valve, and curious about whether or not the injection pump should be looked at or not. Talked to a couple shops, and they're looking pretty expensive. Burned #4 piston in the previous engine, but pretty sure having all the oil in the coolant, and no coolant in the coolant...

I'm not sure where to price this at, so I'm going to start at $1000 and go from there. 1997 12 Valve Long block - pumped all the oil into the cooling system. Not sure what's wrong, but having another engine built right now to replace it. Will be out this afternoon. No pump, exh, nada. Basically...

Building an engine, and would like to be able to run it before it goes in the truck. Need a useable pump or a cheap core to rebuild . Andy

So.. .the specifications of the engine says max bore 4.02" , but......is that stock bore? My measurements vary from top and bottom of bore, forward to back and side to side making a cross in the cylinder anywhere from 4.016 to 4.0185 or so. Should I bore them all to 4.02" ? Hone it, I'm a little...