[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.

[94bird]

Keith, make sure the crate motor you're buying is built by the factory. It's more likely it's built at an outside contractor's facility that was hired for service rebuilds, etc. That will not be as likely to be built right as a factory build. Different processes, I'm sure.

Also, keep in mind many of us are making over 100 RWHP (AI) more than the stock engine can put out. Obviously buying a crate motor in this instance isn't the best path.

Tony,

I'm a little worried about you saying you're going to port your heads in AI. I really think you'll overshoot your HP target for AI unless you'll have a very heavy car. I wouldn't do anything more than rebuild your current heads and run a cam a little better than a Hot Cam (like a XE 224/230). This should be good for at least 340 RWHP and that's plenty.