Soo update on my build/rebuild....
I have been trying to source a Boss Modular 5.0 block but it seems they have been backordered and won't be available until Mar-April time frame.... I ordered a new electric water pump, new brake calipers for front and rear, new interior and trunk carpet, new seat rail extenders, and will order new seats and MHS Stage 4 cams with degree service, along with timing chains and supporting rebuild mods....
When I get the new block sourced and start the build it will be with -9.75cc dished pistons which with a 44cc head, 3.701 Bore, and 3.750 stroke the compression should come out around 11.87 to 1 static.... This will be 93 octane friendly.... I will have my heads disassembled, cleaned, check the valves and valve springs and replace if needed and then focus on upgrading the fuel system.... replacing 30lbs injectors for 42lbs, upgrading to dual pump set up and upgrade fuel lines and rails ...
I have some parts getting custom painted again and just focusing on a total clean up and rebuild.... Adding in some bling this time under the hood but keeping the outside looking pretty much like stock with the exception of rims and smoked head lights ..... Still pulling the Driver Side Feder wells apart while cleaning and painting and then dropping the under carriage ..... I have a local shop that specializes in tranny work so I will get my stall converter refreshed for new innards for the 4000 stall, get my rotors turned and then start putting things back together..... I figure I will have all the clean up work done by new years and then start putting things back together....
I will keep my forged Teskid block for another project at a later date as I have a shell car I am looking to possibly start on in a year or so ....
I will update with pics periodically for any of you whom are interested...
Ed