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1972hays 10-18-2011 01:55 PM

What should I do
 
What engine should I put in my 68 shorty. im want what i can get if its the right pice free-400 and runs ill be happy not worried about gas hope this helps every one asking for more info on it. just thought if would be fun to through on here to!
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stevess11 10-18-2011 02:00 PM

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Big block if you got one.

leddzepp 10-18-2011 02:00 PM

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Big Block

fastwillie 696969 10-18-2011 02:02 PM

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one that runs would be good .i vote big block too

screaminchevypickup 10-18-2011 02:04 PM

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Big cubic inch small block!!!!
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too much stuff 10-18-2011 02:10 PM

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Pretty vague question. What options do you have?

406 Q-ship 10-18-2011 02:14 PM

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Plenty of choices........my vote is for one of the LS series. If it is a real truck (one for hauling) then a 6.0 LQ4 or LQ9 (L92 6.2 cool but expensive). If it is more a crusier that you want some good HP, good for an LS2, LS3, or a LS9 :devil:

Big Block are fun, but the LS run as hard and can pass gas stations too.

DorianB 10-18-2011 02:45 PM

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I'm partial to the year one small block engines that are pushing around 300-400 hp :)

1972hays 10-18-2011 04:04 PM

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Bb 4 sb 2 ls 1
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Pop's C-10 10-18-2011 04:15 PM

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283 tunnel ram with a gear drive & 305 comp cam :metal:

50bomb 10-18-2011 05:32 PM

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honda engine

Dieselwrencher 10-18-2011 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 50bomb (Post 4960429)
honda engine

lmao!

webfoot 10-18-2011 05:37 PM

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top fuel dragster motor.

big_al_71 10-18-2011 05:39 PM

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A big small block!!!

C20-67_N_MO 10-18-2011 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by too much stuff (Post 4960135)
Pretty vague question. What options do you have?

We would have to have a little more information here. Like what are you looking to use your truck for? Like a daily driver, weekend cruiser, what?

I myself like the SBC engines myself, but you can also go with the more modern LS family of engines as well. Just depends on what you want out of it.

Good luck.

As the choices are almost endless!

Robznob11 10-18-2011 06:40 PM

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Lsx all the way!!!!!
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slomotion 10-18-2011 07:09 PM

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How about a hot rodded inline six? Plenty of torque, reliable, relatively inexpensive, easy to work on, and a little out of the main-stream. You could still do a smoke-show, and you wouldn't have so much weight up front.

50bomb 10-18-2011 07:14 PM

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I think we need to see pictures first and then we can decide for you :-p

PanelDeland 10-18-2011 10:01 PM

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572 crate with F.A.S.T. FI. A new 6 speed tranny. You will need a water cooled checkbook.

FL71C10 10-18-2011 10:09 PM

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I'm not sure those sixes weigh much less than a V-8.

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Originally Posted by slomotion (Post 4960568)
How about a hot rodded inline six? Plenty of torque, reliable, relatively inexpensive, easy to work on, and a little out of the main-stream. You could still do a smoke-show, and you wouldn't have so much weight up front.


bigsnookmaster 10-18-2011 10:13 PM

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Twin Turbo LSX!

big mike71 10-18-2011 11:04 PM

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Here you go, It's only $25,000

oldblue1968chevy 10-18-2011 11:16 PM

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pretty stupid thread lol

I mean whats your budget what do you wanna do with it? junkyard tree fiddy or a 25000 motor like above

My vote is a LSX

Bert W 10-18-2011 11:31 PM

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I like the six idea 292 with some old custom offy' parts. I also liked Pop's C10 idea w/283 and a tunnel ram. Sorry to show my age.

AusTx68 10-18-2011 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 1972hays (Post 4960105)
What engine should I put in my 68 shorty.
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We don't have enough information to answer your question. I suggest you start by figuring out how much you want to spend, determine how the engine will be used, then do your own research to find the best bang for the buck. After you do your homework, narrow down the selection and post your findings. That will help us help you.

I built my entire truck on this decision process.


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