Watcha looking to spend? The other option is the Magnum Performance
complete blower motor route, which runs less than $10K for the complete
engine with a Vortech installed...
Craig
> -----Original Message-----
> From: rking@jjsnack.com [SMTP:rking@jjsnack.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 1998 5:11 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Mag Buildup
>
> Ok> Here is somthing to mull over. I have about 75000 miles on my
> 5.2L and at the
> rate I run up the miles (28000/yr), I'm already thinking new engine
> buildup for a change
> over at 95k+ miles. This is the plan as it sits now: Get a new 360
> (magnum) short block.
> Get MP R/T cam and roller lifters, also 360 magnum ported head
> assembly (see MP
> catalog) includes slightly oversized intake valves (1.97" vs stock
> 1.92") springs/retainers,
> dbl. roller timing gears/chain, new water pump, MP hi-po oil pump.
> maybe hardened pushrods, and 1.7:1 roller rockers (Crower). I already
> have an M1 manifold drilled for injectors ready and waiting and will
> have to get the 5.9L MP sbec and either the weight
> kit for the torque converter or just go to a higher stall (2500 rpm)
> one which is balanced ,
> and ,of course, I'll need a good harmonic balancer (360s are
> externally balanced).
>
> I'll start out with the stock throttle body, but will no doubt have it
> reworked for more flow.
> After hearing all this good talk lately of bigger injectors, perhap
> that is an option as well.
>
> I currently have a 3.55 limited slip rearend and don't plan to change
> it , but may have to
> beef up the trans once I hook this monster up. This will be for the
> street!
>
> Also I currently have the MP Thorley headers which I plan to retain if
> possible.
>
> Please digest this and let me know your thoughts on this setup,
> potential pitfalls etc.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Rob
>
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