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bccamc 
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 Topic: crate enginesPosted: Dec/28/2011 at 10:40am |
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I own a1968 amx 390 with go package.I am looking for a crate engine 390 also to replace my original,which I intend to keep numbers matching.Has anyone purchased one?I have seen one company on ebay that sells engines with one year warranty and no core charge.Will rebuild original sometime later.Just need fresh engine to drop in for now.
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bbgjc
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Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 11:19am |
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Just get the original one rebuilt, by someone that really knows AMC engines. Why spend a pile of money on another engine?
With winter around for a few more months, now is the time. I'm not sure I've ever seen AMC 390's crate engines "lying around" Plenty of Ford or Chevy engines are available this way. I know it took me 12 years to find two good 70 390 cores to rebuild. |
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bigbad69
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Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 11:34am |
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I've seen rebuild kits for sale on Ebay, but not AMC short or long blocks.
Rather than go with an unknown builder, get an engine from one of the builders who frequent this forum and really know their stuff. It may cost a few more dollars than a discount rebuilder, but grenades are one-time use, so the cheap engine may not be cheaper in the long run. |
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74Bubblefender
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Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 11:38am |
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The shop your seing on ebay is out of Aridzona. You wont find a crate 390 but could have someone rebuild it. I think Ken Parkman is in your neck of the woods. See if you can bug him...hehehehe.
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We are just about to forge new AMC V8 crankshafts.. please check here
http://www.bulltear.com/forums/showthread.php?19564 |
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bccamc
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Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 9:02pm |
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Thanks for info guys.This gentleman Ken Parkman would you have his location or phone number or email adress I live in southwestern pa.
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Rogue401
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Posted: Dec/28/2011 at 9:16pm |
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there are always AMC crate engines by TUFF DAWG engines on ebay every day.
this is a 408 horse 401: http://www.ebay.com/itm/AMC-401-408HP-CRATE-ENGINE-TUFF-DAWG-ENGINES-/160702543114?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item256a9e350a there's also a 390 "crate engine" on there now too. Indy Cylinder heads also has AMC engines ready to bolt in from mild to bracket race. |
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Have2SC's
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Posted: Dec/29/2011 at 11:10pm |
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personally i would find a reliable machine shop in your area or there has to be someone in your area that has dealt with AMCs, they could probably do a rebuild for less cost than the 390 crate motors that are available currently, that you would be using your original motor. good luck!
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1971 SC360 Hornet 4 speed 1970 Javelin 390 4 speed "Base Model" 1967 Rambler 220 X code 343 4 speed
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matador1974
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Posted: Dec/30/2011 at 7:50pm |
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my 'probuild' 401 from 'tuff dawg' run only 1000 miles before the crank broke !! not a build by proos that for sure...would not recomend this company after what my experiences with them...
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iamramblinrod
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Posted: Dec/30/2011 at 8:03pm |
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try Midway performance in central Paor RPM ( Ritter performance machine) in Lehighton Paboth did work for me
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Bernie70AMX
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Posted: Dec/31/2011 at 7:07am |
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Hi, Lived in Pittsburgh Pa. most of my life only one man in that area can build great motors. Ron at RCS on Rt 88 in the south hills. Great head work also. But you better bring your wallet.... Have not been over there for sometime,But he is the guy to see..
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