interesting thread about shortblocks..

QWKSNKE · 12-30-2005, 09:01 AM

Bennett, D.S.S., CHP, etc

http://www.corral.net/forums/showthr...0&page=1&pp=35

EZ SPEED · 12-30-2005, 09:09 AM

That is exactly why I built my motor this time. I will only have to kick myself in the nuts if something is wrong.

I have always build my own engines except for the VT engine I installed into the 03L 2 years ago.

And I wont do that again.

Build my own from now on. Even if I have to do it twice

04 Mach1 · 12-30-2005, 09:18 AM

Like kb zilla said build it yourself that way you know what parts are in it for sure. That way what happens can only be traced back to you the installer or the machine shop.

QWKSNKE · 12-30-2005, 04:18 PM

oh I agree. I enjoyed doing mine (although twice)

I wished I had my own place to do it though. I would have loved to have done more engine compartment cleanup and wire hiding when my engine was out. No worries though, it will get done when the car is restored in a few years.

NightHawk756 · 12-30-2005, 06:57 PM

Also the reason I built my motor instead of getting a DSS shortblock.

As what has been said previously. I can only blame myself if something goes wrong. Plus, I know for a fact what's in it, because I put it there.

1sicklx · 12-30-2005, 07:18 PM

interesting thread indeed.

coupe · 12-31-2005, 03:48 PM

Interesting link...
You'll always find opinions both ways on the internet

Best way to know for sure is to witness first hand or take the leap and try it. When you're talking about $2000 and more however, it's often tough to take that chance, so find someone in real-life instead of internet opinions.

Personally I've seen good stuff come out of DSS, Bennet, and BB&T Racing. These were for ordinary people like you and I too; not special "magazine-motors."

As for me, I chose to build my own motor because the specific application I'm choosing. I have a reputable machine shop here (they built NASCAR stuff for Bobby Allison) and I will be assembling the components myself. Fortunately, I got the engine parts at a good price after making a contact in the industry I work in.

Building an engine is not for everyone. I wouldn't recommend tackling it unless you've at least done cam-swaps, heads, etc.. first.

osofast · 01-05-2006, 08:50 AM

Yeah, I love my DSS but it is a little loose. Just the way they're built. I've got one on the stand that I did myself, hopefully it will be a good motor. I'm not anxious to put it in cause that'll mean that the DSS broke!

jwillburn119 · 01-05-2006, 09:42 AM

i just did my motor... which i thought i needed to do... but really didn't... i ca n get yall some pictures if you want them... but just replacing the crank and rods with balanced scat i beams and crank... still 302... and upping the pistons to forged 11:1, along with a light cam... 490, 116, and springs, valve job, and all new everything as far as bearings... honed, and treated the block... all (except the motor treat, and the valve job) myself, and 3 months later... i make 325 to the wheels... with stock heads and intake... so if you got the nuts... and know how to turn a wrench... try it out... what do you got to loose... and for what i paid? i looked around... i paid 2500 roughly... and a reputable sorce, at turn of key... would be over 5000... so...

12-30-2005, 09:01 AM	#1
QWKSNKE 3v's are slow Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Here and There Posts: 17,152	interesting thread about shortblocks.. Bennett, D.S.S., CHP, etc http://www.corral.net/forums/showthr...0&page=1&pp=35 __________________ 2009 Porsche Carrera S 2008 ///AMG C63.. Eurocharge Tune. RIP 2019 AMG GLC43..wife's 03 F250 SD.. Edge Evo, AFE Stage 1 CAI 08 GT. JBA axle back, FRPP springs, FRPP swaybars.. daughter's 01 Cobra vert... wife's I need a new toy

12-30-2005, 09:09 AM	#2
EZ SPEED Friends Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Tempe Arizona Posts: 3,029	Re: interesting thread about shortblocks.. That is exactly why I built my motor this time. I will only have to kick myself in the nuts if something is wrong. I have always build my own engines except for the VT engine I installed into the 03L 2 years ago. And I wont do that again. Build my own from now on. Even if I have to do it twice __________________ 2020 Range Rover Sport HSE P525 Dynamic - Firenze Red - Supercharged 5.0 - 518 HP SOLD - 2010 Camaro SS [/B] - Featured in GM High Tech Performance and Camaro Now Magazines - http://www.superchevy.com/features/g...of-perfection/

12-30-2005, 09:18 AM	#3
04 Mach1 Bet I red light B4U Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: ANNISTON, AL Posts: 975	Re: interesting thread about shortblocks.. Like kb zilla said build it yourself that way you know what parts are in it for sure. That way what happens can only be traced back to you the installer or the machine shop.

12-30-2005, 04:18 PM	#4
QWKSNKE 3v's are slow Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Here and There Posts: 17,152	Re: interesting thread about shortblocks.. oh I agree. I enjoyed doing mine (although twice) I wished I had my own place to do it though. I would have loved to have done more engine compartment cleanup and wire hiding when my engine was out. No worries though, it will get done when the car is restored in a few years. __________________ 2009 Porsche Carrera S 2008 ///AMG C63.. Eurocharge Tune. RIP 2019 AMG GLC43..wife's 03 F250 SD.. Edge Evo, AFE Stage 1 CAI 08 GT. JBA axle back, FRPP springs, FRPP swaybars.. daughter's 01 Cobra vert... wife's I need a new toy

12-30-2005, 06:57 PM	#5
NightHawk756 Si vis pacem, para bellum Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Tick-Tock, Tick-Tock....... Posts: 5,146	Re: interesting thread about shortblocks.. Also the reason I built my motor instead of getting a DSS shortblock. As what has been said previously. I can only blame myself if something goes wrong. Plus, I know for a fact what's in it, because I put it there. __________________ 1989 Saleen SSC 1988 AL DPS SSP

12-30-2005, 07:18 PM	#6
1sicklx BamaMafia 4 Life Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lake View, AL Posts: 2,577	Re: interesting thread about shortblocks.. interesting thread indeed. __________________ 1999 Ford F-150 Lariat

12-31-2005, 03:48 PM	#7
coupe Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,313	Re: interesting thread about shortblocks.. Interesting link... You'll always find opinions both ways on the internet Best way to know for sure is to witness first hand or take the leap and try it. When you're talking about $2000 and more however, it's often tough to take that chance, so find someone in real-life instead of internet opinions. Personally I've seen good stuff come out of DSS, Bennet, and BB&T Racing. These were for ordinary people like you and I too; not special "magazine-motors." As for me, I chose to build my own motor because the specific application I'm choosing. I have a reputable machine shop here (they built NASCAR stuff for Bobby Allison) and I will be assembling the components myself. Fortunately, I got the engine parts at a good price after making a contact in the industry I work in. Building an engine is not for everyone. I wouldn't recommend tackling it unless you've at least done cam-swaps, heads, etc.. first. __________________ " If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. " - Albert Einstein

01-05-2006, 08:50 AM	#8
osofast Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Huntsville, AL. Posts: 11	Re: interesting thread about shortblocks.. Yeah, I love my DSS but it is a little loose. Just the way they're built. I've got one on the stand that I did myself, hopefully it will be a good motor. I'm not anxious to put it in cause that'll mean that the DSS broke! __________________

01-05-2006, 09:42 AM	#9
jwillburn119 Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: temple, tx Posts: 240	Re: interesting thread about shortblocks.. i just did my motor... which i thought i needed to do... but really didn't... i ca n get yall some pictures if you want them... but just replacing the crank and rods with balanced scat i beams and crank... still 302... and upping the pistons to forged 11:1, along with a light cam... 490, 116, and springs, valve job, and all new everything as far as bearings... honed, and treated the block... all (except the motor treat, and the valve job) myself, and 3 months later... i make 325 to the wheels... with stock heads and intake... so if you got the nuts... and know how to turn a wrench... try it out... what do you got to loose... and for what i paid? i looked around... i paid 2500 roughly... and a reputable sorce, at turn of key... would be over 5000... so... __________________ Whats in your WALLET?