[y5e06]

hmmm, maybe it was a bad idea to build racer out of a higher mileage, abused f-body. I'm moving towards the point where its time to put it all back together . So what do I do? I diassemble the opti to verify its in good, usable condition
here's what I see
http://www.vilipend.com/~frrax/clutch-and-opti
it was actually even worse than you see there. I cleaned it up some. Well, I was kinda frustrated when I got to that point so I ended up bending the optical disc. Looks like I'll need a new one regardless. Thats an extra $400. Opti and WP, who wouldn't replace the opt w/o a new water pump?

This thing coated w/ oil and grime, go back in the album and look at the engine, including the opti.

Man, there are so many other things in this build up that are nickel and diming me to death. Lets just say I have a bad propensity to replace anything I touch that looks in the least bit questionable.

should have just bought a low mileage ride and thrown a suspension and cage on it! it would have been cheaper in the long run.

[rmackintosh]

This more or less reinforces my decision on my own car. I was originally going to rebuild my engine. I then checked and found that a new GM crate LT1 can be had for less than $5,000. Based on this and the potential "nickel and dime" on the rebuild, I decided to run it till it quits then get a new motor.

THAT is a smart move!

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I have built a lot of race cars and EVERY ONE OF THEM nickel'd and dime'd me to death......I don't think it is your high mileage car that is the problem...it is just the nature of the beast in racing....

But I would recommend Keith's approach....lower the standards for the first year....you ain't gonna be beating many people anyway...might as well have an excuse (read old tired motor)...put the motor back together and RUN IT! If it blows....it blows.....