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Old 08-13-03, 10:58 PM
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I just bought a 92 SC400 with a bent rod with the intention of doing a TT swap. After reading more about SC mods I was wondering if I am better off keeping the V8 and working that. This car is not a daily driver, and I plan on fully customizing it. Starting with the engine and performance end, then working on the body and interior. Since I intend on building a complete performace show car, which engine would I be better off with? I want to get as much power out of it as possible. Thanks...
Old 08-14-03, 05:10 AM
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Best power will be w/ a 400, but it will all be custom and cost $$ with a lot of tuning and testing.

Easier will be the 300, as parts are abundant, with plenty of people to help.

Your call. I wish you would go the 400 route to break the ice.


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Thanks Keith... I would love to try somthing new and stick with the V8. What kind of options do I have with it? Are there Turbo or Supercharger kits available yet? Will it make things harder on me sticking with the V8 since one of the rods is bent? Thanks

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Old 08-14-03, 10:29 AM
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No matter what, if you stick with your v8 that you have now, you will need a rebuild. Anyways I would check out lextreme's website, it has a lot of useful info for the v8 guys. http://lextreme.com/
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Lots of stuffs coming for the V8. Start saving your money and build your motor up... first. Bored... thanks for the refer....

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