Hello guys,
I have not been around in a while since I sold my car 3 years ago. But now I have the itch. This time it must be a FE. I'm gonna be a little like Cole Trickle...(have you ever raced nascar, No, but I watched it on ESPN)
No I have never built a motor before but I have read some books...
I want to build the 390/445 stroker. I don't need or want a killer motor. I'm not into the mine is bigger then yours crap. What I do want is it to crank every time, not over heat, make over 400HP and must have hyd. lifters.
Dependability is#1 priority.
I would like to buy my parts from one person. That person must answer emails or phone calls, not just take my money and thats it. Trying to build my first motor is a huge deal. I am a machinist by trade, so I know what a mess of this stuff means. I have order the books that most of you suggest to others, not came in yet, but hopefully any day now. Between books, you guys and ever who I buy the parts from, I am hopeful I can do it.
Im in North Carolina so I do have some connections to some good help. Its a couple of motor builders down this way.
Anyway, looking forward to your suggestions and getting back in the game.
