stilletto wants YOUR opinions!

[stilletto]

Picking up a bad, shot rod bearing, 7 Bolt Short Block this weekend, looking to see what you guys think I should do based on my overall goals.
Current engine is fine, but I want to start building a spare.
Looking for 250-350whp, probably on the lower side, to daily drive.
Was considering the Forged Manley Rotating Asm, but it's probably overkill.
Throw some part lists at me, let's do this!

 

[Alex7747]

For <350whp you can just do a stock rebuild. No need for forged internals at that power level.

 

[rlacasse1]

Build a stock block. There is no need in wasting the money.

 

[JusMX141]

As long as the bores aren't scored and are straight, find yourself some Evo VIII or IX rods and pistons either new or in good used condition. Drop them in your 7-bolt and enjoy 8.8:1 pistons with rods that are proven to 600+whp for less than the cost of aftermarket pistons alone.

 

[stilletto]

Doesn't DSM Graveyard offer a Evo Rod and Piston Setup for a decent price? Just drop right in place?

 

[2GbTalonGuy]

There is no need to upgrade internals at those levels. Build it with stock internals, stock head, and 14b/16g.

 

[stilletto]

Cylinder walls were recently honed. Everything should be fine, biggest worry is the crank. Kid said he pulled it when it started knocking.

 

[AK Maniak]

Stock rebuild and call it a day

 

[2GbTalonGuy]

Cylinder walls were recently honed. Everything should be fine, biggest worry is the crank. Kid said he pulled it when it started knocking.

have the crank checked by a machine shop. If it is bad in any way, toss it and get another one.

 

[stilletto]

Most definitely.

 

[stilletto]

What do you guys think about this sale?

4G63 stroker block 2.3L

Buy it and grab a new set of pistons?

 

[Carter_95RS]

The stroker block seems like an alright deal as long as there is no damage to the cylinder wall from the piston problem they had.

Other than that, a stock rebuild would be great for your goal as others have recommended.