So block came back from machine shop awhile back.
The pistons were badly out of spec. Something like .009-.010
Just placed order for engine parts a little over $2k not including terminator x and exhaust manifolds.
Have the following on order from summit:
KGB-mb5013xp Main bearings
KGB-cr807xpn Connecting rod bearings
Slp-h1132cpa pistons, wrist pins, and snaps
Mah-41859cp piston rings
ARP-234-6301 connecting rod bolts
Clo-9-3658tx3 timing chain
Clo-9-5417 timing damper
Mah-95-3561 gasket kit
ARP-134-1003 cam bolts
ARP-134-1501 timing cover bolts
ARP-234-2503 crank bolt
ARP-434-1202 exhaust header bolts stainless
Sdm-pce229-1006 flywheel
ARP-330-2802 flywheel bolts
Sum-htlskit2 ls7 lifters and trays
Sum-141560 trunnion upgrade
Already have arp head bolts and summit brand main cap bolt kit.
Planning on getting exhaust manifolds, raw water pump at marine engine depot.
Planning on getting terminator x 990-505 through Amazon or Holley directly.
Local Mercury dealer is sourcing a bravo transom assy and timeline. Looks like sept.
Outdrive is scheduled for rebuild/reseal 7/26 in shop.
I have a plan for heat exchangers on the closed cooling system more to come on that.
Will keep parts list updated and pics as is relevant.
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