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allen123 · 01-25-2009, 01:09 AM

I have $2200 and im trying to figure out what I should do, here is what i have so far
Buy a new motor(not crate just rebuilt) or rebuild mine
Fix My vibration
Relocate my gas tank
And bag it or Get 3/5 drop kit(there is a guy that lives down the road from me that bags trucks for people im gonna see how much he charges)
Do you think that will cost much more than $2200? if so i can take relocation my tank first and i think the vibration is just the flywheel that is about $40

How much will it cost to bag it? I found a rear bag kit for $450 and then i can just lower the front or is that a good idea

And I really like this motor
http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/pts/1005363529.html
But if i got that one I dont think I would have enough to bag it

67ChevyRedneck · 01-25-2009, 01:30 AM

The cheapest GM crate engine is the Gen 1, 250HP crate engine that you should be able to get from your local GM dealer for around $1,500 with tax. Call around to your local dealers, I found that my local dealers varied in price by about $50-100 or so. I bought an "autozone" rebuild YEARS ago and it was about $700 after my core, but I think they've gone up a lot since then. Had I know the GM engines were so "cheap" I would have saved up and bought one.

I recently looked into a complete ECE 3.5/5 drop kit for my truck and it's around $800. That's 2.5 spindles, 1" springs up front, 5" springs in the back, new track bar and shock relocation kit, and 4 new shocks.

I'm leary of buying any engine or transmission parts that have been rebuilt without some kind of warranty, especially $1,800 expensive.

I read that you have a vibration problem in your build thread... ANY idea where that's coming from? It may be your front end is wore out, it would be a good idea to rebuild the front end to go with your drop and that's a few hundred bucks to do it right too.

texanidiot25 · 01-25-2009, 01:35 AM

From what I know, you can get a pretty complete bag setup for 2k or so. N2TRUX and a few guys in teh suspension forum would be your main men to help price that.

Glad your keeping the truck

allen123 · 01-25-2009, 01:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

The cheapest GM crate engine is the Gen 1, 250HP crate engine that you should be able to get from your local GM dealer for around $1,500 with tax. Call around to your local dealers, I found that my local dealers varied in price by about $50-100 or so. I bought an "autozone" rebuild YEARS ago and it was about $700 after my core, but I think they've gone up a lot since then. Had I know the GM engines were so "cheap" I would have saved up and bought one.

I recently looked into a complete ECE 3.5/5 drop kit for my truck and it's around $800. That's 2.5 spindles, 1" springs up front, 5" springs in the back, new track bar and shock relocation kit, and 4 new shocks.

I'm leary of buying any engine or transmission parts that have been rebuilt without some kind of warranty, especially $1,800 expensive.

I read that you have a vibration problem in your build thread... ANY idea where that's coming from? It may be your front end is wore out, it would be a good idea to rebuild the front end to go with your drop and that's a few hundred bucks to do it right too.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313876
Heres my thread I made about it so far its left to the flywheel

**N2TRUX** · 01-25-2009, 01:50 AM

Your first priority should be getting reliable. If you need a fresh motor, then get one. Check Summit Racing for prices as they are hard to beat. My personal opinion is I would NEVER buy a motor from an individual...ever. You just don't know the quality of the build. Buy a GM crate motor or one from a local builder that has a good reputation.

Once you get it running good, if you have anything left over go with a static drop. As time and money allows, consider adding bags. Use spindles up front as they can be reused if you bag.

Priorities first, fun stuff second...

Chevyman680063 · 01-25-2009, 01:57 AM

I agree with N2TRUX on getting it reliable and about the new motor. I agree on the Summit part too. I'd check with your local GM dealership first but if they want more then I'd go with Summit. I checked with my GM dealership last year about the 260hp GM 350 Goodwrench motor and they wanted almost $2,000 for the motor whereas Summit has it for around $1,500 plus truck freight. Glad to see you've decided to keep the truck too.

thirdstreettito · 01-25-2009, 02:38 AM

"Rebuild mine
Fix My vibration
Relocate my gas tank"

Then whats left over save for suspension. Oh, and buy a fan shroud, or buy stitches when you touch it accidentally.

01-25-2009, 01:09 AM	#1
allen123 It'll buff out Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Blanchard,Ok Posts: 1,376	What im thinking about doing I have $2200 and im trying to figure out what I should do, here is what i have so far Buy a new motor(not crate just rebuilt) or rebuild mine Fix My vibration Relocate my gas tank And bag it or Get 3/5 drop kit(there is a guy that lives down the road from me that bags trucks for people im gonna see how much he charges) Do you think that will cost much more than $2200? if so i can take relocation my tank first and i think the vibration is just the flywheel that is about $40 How much will it cost to bag it? I found a rear bag kit for $450 and then i can just lower the front or is that a good idea And I really like this motor http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/pts/1005363529.html But if i got that one I dont think I would have enough to bag it __________________ 1972 Chevy c10 swb 2008 CBR600RR Grafitti edition My Build Cody Allen Last edited by allen123; 01-25-2009 at 01:10 AM.

01-25-2009, 01:30 AM	#2
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: What im thinking about doing The cheapest GM crate engine is the Gen 1, 250HP crate engine that you should be able to get from your local GM dealer for around $1,500 with tax. Call around to your local dealers, I found that my local dealers varied in price by about $50-100 or so. I bought an "autozone" rebuild YEARS ago and it was about $700 after my core, but I think they've gone up a lot since then. Had I know the GM engines were so "cheap" I would have saved up and bought one. I recently looked into a complete ECE 3.5/5 drop kit for my truck and it's around $800. That's 2.5 spindles, 1" springs up front, 5" springs in the back, new track bar and shock relocation kit, and 4 new shocks. I'm leary of buying any engine or transmission parts that have been rebuilt without some kind of warranty, especially $1,800 expensive. I read that you have a vibration problem in your build thread... ANY idea where that's coming from? It may be your front end is wore out, it would be a good idea to rebuild the front end to go with your drop and that's a few hundred bucks to do it right too. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications! Last edited by 67ChevyRedneck; 01-25-2009 at 01:34 AM.

01-25-2009, 01:35 AM	#3
texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: What im thinking about doing From what I know, you can get a pretty complete bag setup for 2k or so. N2TRUX and a few guys in teh suspension forum would be your main men to help price that. Glad your keeping the truck

01-25-2009, 01:50 AM	#5
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: What im thinking about doing Your first priority should be getting reliable. If you need a fresh motor, then get one. Check Summit Racing for prices as they are hard to beat. My personal opinion is I would NEVER buy a motor from an individual...ever. You just don't know the quality of the build. Buy a GM crate motor or one from a local builder that has a good reputation. Once you get it running good, if you have anything left over go with a static drop. As time and money allows, consider adding bags. Use spindles up front as they can be reused if you bag. Priorities first, fun stuff second... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

01-25-2009, 01:57 AM	#6
Chevyman680063 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia Posts: 850	Re: What im thinking about doing I agree with N2TRUX on getting it reliable and about the new motor. I agree on the Summit part too. I'd check with your local GM dealership first but if they want more then I'd go with Summit. I checked with my GM dealership last year about the 260hp GM 350 Goodwrench motor and they wanted almost $2,000 for the motor whereas Summit has it for around $1,500 plus truck freight. Glad to see you've decided to keep the truck too.

01-25-2009, 02:38 AM	#7
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: What im thinking about doing "Rebuild mine Fix My vibration Relocate my gas tank" Then whats left over save for suspension. Oh, and buy a fan shroud, or buy stitches when you touch it accidentally. __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck



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