So here is my question. (s)I came onto an already machined/built block. With new everything. Bored .030 machined 4.2 crank and rods. New piston rings. New cam. already assembled. The gentleman has over 2000 invested and Is willing to sell it to me for 900. So question one. Do i buy it? His character seems very honest and knowledgeable. He didnt cheap out and went through 3 different blocks until he found one with no defects (55,000) when pulled from vehicle for build up.
2) Can my brand new CAST Reinforced 0331 Head from Clear water swap right over with out a port job?
3) Can i use my stock Valve train? (120,000 mi)
4) Ive done a head swap and multiple suspensions but never any major motor work. I Maintain aircraft for a living but i still feel UN-confident. But with most task i feel unsure until after ive done it. Is this one of those? im just nervous to spend 900 bucks on the short block. Then labor and gaskets and all this stuff just for it not to start. I think what im looking for here is some reassurance. My father and another jeeper who have done multiple engine swaps will be assisting me but none of them have done a stroker build.
I browsed quite a few build's/question forums. Their are just a lot of variables so i hope no one minds that i posted my own thread. Feel free to flame. Im just a guy asking questions.
Thank you in Advance.
