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Car is fixed!!!

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mr_tinkertrain

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The shop put ina new computer and teh car is driving "normal" again. Still sucks WAY too much gas and runs rich.........and basically is a shameful 5.0 as far as mechanical wise. I am now going to save EVERYTHING i can to save for a new motor. any suggestions?
 

MadMatt5oh

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Dude a decent engine can be had at a yard for a grand
 
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mr_tinkertrain

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thats true but i want a STRONG motor. something from a well known company. I wanna start with a nice strong shortblock then add my own everything else.
 

drgn5.0

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call keith craft, they have a good rep.
 
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