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Old Feb 26, 2011 | 11:36 PM
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I was on craigslist an found an ad for a built 2azfe being sold by a race shop. The only problem is that the Motor was located In Tuscon Az, and Im in Los Angeles. I just came back from the worst turn around of my life. Took almost 8 hours to get there, I ate a burger and Drove Back 8 hours.

The block has:

Cp pistons (9.0:1 compression 89mm)
Carillo rods
ARP main studs
ACL main bearings
ACL rod bearings
Tapped oil pan

0 miles, everything is completely balanced and ready to go.

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Oh ya the best part...... I got it for $1100

I need a bunch more parts to get the motor finished but at least this is a start

You jelly brah?
Old Feb 26, 2011 | 11:45 PM
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I surely admire ur attitude!! man, I cant do it to drive 16 hrs for a head.. u r the man !
Old Feb 26, 2011 | 11:56 PM
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Very well played sir..
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 12:25 AM
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Hell of a nice price. I would drive 16 hours to save that much cash; Carillo rods are damn near a grand
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:06 AM
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Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:07 AM
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Thanks a lot guys I cant wait to get the built going

I already have the components for the head.

BC cams, Valves, and Valve Springs/Retainers and a spare head

The last big thing I need is a standalone
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:09 AM
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brett561tc, are you aware?
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:12 AM
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Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:17 AM
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Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:18 AM
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dayumm what a deal! good luck with the build!
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:20 AM
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congrats...block looks real good!!
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:43 AM
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Thanks everyone

Now, Any advice on installing a block guard?

I noticed many other members here have a block guard installed.

If I decide to install one, I would need to get the block re-checked to make sure the cylinders are still in their proper position correct?
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 01:56 AM
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1100$$!! I jealous on so many levels!! Good luck!!
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 12:07 PM
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ill give you $800 shipped













lol
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 02:05 PM
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Originally Posted by aparreira9586
ill give you $800 shipped

lol
ill just drive it down to you
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 09:49 PM
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i smell misc presence
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by QuasiMoFo
i smell misc presence
Inb4 OP is a phaggot

haha, another miscer... Nice!
Old Feb 28, 2011 | 02:50 PM
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nice catch!! very jealous hahah
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