Okay, So I finally decided to take the money I got from selling my dd and put it into the L. My question is should i rebuild the stock motor and put a few lil goodies in it or should i go with a JL short block?:thumbsup:
Should I Rebuild or Go New?
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Well that really depends. If you have someone local to you, who can do the work, i would go that route. It is always better to have your engine builder close, should problems arise. If there is nothing in your neck of the woods, i would say buy a built motor, but look at MSX while you are at it.
Well since your daily is gone, I think the most important question is what kind of time frame are you looking at?
unclemole said:
I want a lil more power but no to to much maybe 450rwhp at the most!
SnipeJDM said:
Haha yeah it really wouldnt matter my father is lettin me use his other truck for now till i decide what i want to do.
unclemole said:
One its just cuz im married to it for 4 years lol plus i want more power and it is all stock accept for the k&n filter but that dont really count lol but yeah i want to put some goodies in it.
I've got 110,000 on my '01. Been running 12-14lbs. boost for 100,000 miles. Doesn't burn a drop of oil or have any leaks. If I were you I'd spend the money on some HP mods/dyno tune before I dug into the short block.
Here I just posted on another thread so what the hell, I'll throw it in here too 
MSX Built 5.4L Shortblock
New Factory Ford Block- Standard Bore
New Ford Forged Crankshaft (Race Prepped)
Manley Forged Pistons 18cc Dish
Manley Forged Connecting Rods W/ARP Bolts
Manley File Fit Rings (Depending on Application)
Speed Pro Rod and Main Bearings
ARP Main Studs
Fully Balanced and Blueprinted
Price $3275
We also can build a 5.4L Longblock with Patriot Heads, Patriot Stage 2.5 Cams etc for... Price $5375
These come with a full lifetime warranty as well...
MSX Built 5.4L Shortblock
New Factory Ford Block- Standard Bore
New Ford Forged Crankshaft (Race Prepped)
Manley Forged Pistons 18cc Dish
Manley Forged Connecting Rods W/ARP Bolts
Manley File Fit Rings (Depending on Application)
Speed Pro Rod and Main Bearings
ARP Main Studs
Fully Balanced and Blueprinted
Price $3275
We also can build a 5.4L Longblock with Patriot Heads, Patriot Stage 2.5 Cams etc for... Price $5375
These come with a full lifetime warranty as well...
You should talk to Fade, he is in Ga and had his motor built local. I strongly suggest going to a local guy as if there is any problems you have someone right there to talk to.
msx is located where? and if you just want 450 rwhp then just purchase a kb. Only other mods would be an maf extender. stock injectors and pumps will work.
samiam513 said:
+1 what about hp ratings? what will your motors hold?
Well i look at it like this once you add some hp you will always be lookin to add more lol so i plan in a way just to get a start and go on till i get all that i really am looking for.
Quik Z06 said:
Are there any L's runnin around in this power level? I dont think Ive ever seen a 1000hp L. :shrug:
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