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Leroy on January 5th, 2012

Words can’t describe how excited we are about the new addition to our engine project. The heads – they have finally arrived. Here are some pics!

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Leroy on December 23rd, 2011

I have seen that as part of the instructions for the lifters AND the timing chain, to soak them in oil. This sounds like a great idea. I’ll be finding a clean container and some good oil and planning a good soak for both these parts after the heads arrive. Fun stuff. I think tips [...]

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Running and Racing Reliably Part II: Continuing at the bottom – Tech Articles – High Performance Pontiac. Great article. Lots of relevant stuff with great pictures for our 455 build. I am going to use the pushrod idea to make sure my lower dipstick tube doesn’t put unnecessary pressure on the windage tray. Good stuff.

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Leroy on December 21st, 2011

PROJECT PONTIAC 455, PART 1 « Precision Engine. I found this to be an enjoyable read. Lots of good pictures. Links and information about the parts and vendors used. Great job!

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Leroy on December 16th, 2011

In this post: 455 Piston Weights – Rave Review! I discussed piston weights for the motor I am building. The other night I stopped by the book store and picked up the latest High Performance Pontiac magazine and found they are running a series of articles detailing the building a 455 motor that will be [...]

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