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Old Jul 12, 2003 | 10:34 PM
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i have a wrist pin going out so i am going to redo my motor. i need some sug. on a good set up. i pull a boat ,,the truck is 4 wheel drive,ext. cab...i called motorsport tech. and they say they do not do tuning on these ....i have the motor out i need some ideas i would like to see if i could get around 400h.p. at the crank is this possible?????any ideas app.thanx
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Old Jul 13, 2003 | 09:13 AM
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Do a good stock rebuild or factory shortblock and install a Radix Magnacharger.You can make 400hp+ and enhance your towing capability.
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Old Jul 13, 2003 | 11:37 AM
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how much does a magna charger cost and where do you get them??/
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Old Jul 13, 2003 | 04:24 PM
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About $5000 check with TByrne.The kit is expensive but delivers the goods.The Radix system deivers boost instantly on demand at every engine speed and is truely complete.No tuning issues,no problems and no bad surprises.Try www.magnacharger.com
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Old Jul 13, 2003 | 04:40 PM
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Stroker!!!

youve already go the motor out, throw a bigger crank in it
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