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Technical => Engine Tech => Topic started by: JuggaloRydaLee on September 06, 2005, 07:24:09 AM

Title: Options
Post by: JuggaloRydaLee on September 06, 2005, 07:24:09 AM
Yay! 3 days till my 1973 buick electra is paid off!
i told my stepdad that im takin the heads off next weekend to have em rebuilt but he thinks i should pull the 455 cause once the heads are redone it'll put more stress on the engine...
whats everyone think? she's got 96k miles on her...
Title: Re: Options
Post by: Thunder Chicken on September 06, 2005, 08:19:36 AM
I'd check the oil pressure and compression. If they're OK your bottom end is likely fine.
Title: Re: Options
Post by: armyguy298 on September 06, 2005, 09:21:56 AM
I think its a good idea to have the heads re-done. The only stress they are gonna see is you beating on the motor because it will run better. Check out http://www.v8buick.com for more technical info. That is the heart of the Buick performance community. I have a 71 Skylark with a 455. Soon to be a modified 430.