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Old 01-14-2009, 11:17 AM
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Hey fellow dodge 4x4rs, I'm working on building up a motor for my truck. Its a 318 5.2l motor i'v pulled it all appart and am looking for some insite on what to put into it.
 
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Old 01-14-2009, 03:07 PM
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how about a 426 small block stroker kit from hughesengines.com
 
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It depends on what you want. More power. Lots of money to spend or keep it simple. A 5.9 swap would be easyest. Just get a 5.9 and swap it in simple job. For more info check the FAQ2.
 
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Old 01-17-2009, 11:53 AM
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390 stroker??? or build the 318 really good and make it a rpm machine. 360/408 would also be fun.
 



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