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  1. LT67

    84 m1009 cucv chevy blazer build-up

    Might wanna have that 700R rebuilt to handle the power from that 6.5 Optimizer. That trans is nowhere near as bullet proof as a 480LE or Turbo 400...
  2. LT67

    84 m1009 cucv chevy blazer build-up

    Just curious; how is the extra power and torque effecting the turbo 400? In my experience a turbo 400 is a very stout transmission..
  3. LT67

    84 m1009 cucv chevy blazer build-up

    Will use the existing V belt set up. It has a Vintage Air AC system lol The # 8 piston hole is a common problem. Assuming there's no cracks, it's an easy piston swap. **the 94 turbo set up requires several upgrades so the engine will last. And those upgrades are not cheap lol. Right now I...
  4. LT67

    84 m1009 cucv chevy blazer build-up

    Engine has 104K and still holds compression just fine. The #8 piston has hole in it, but otherwise that is an easy fix. Assuming the cylinder is not gored, it should be good to go. Just to be on the safe side the entire block and crank/bearings will be inspected beforehand. My DB2 was rebuilt a...
  5. LT67

    84 m1009 cucv chevy blazer build-up

    I didn't look at the entire thread. Is this a 6.5 Optimizer Thx.... I've got my eye on a 94 6.5 long block in good condition. Other than switching to an electric lift pump, I thought it was a straight bolt in and transfer all of my good accessories from my worn out 6.2 along with resetting the...
  6. LT67

    84 m1009 cucv chevy blazer build-up

    I didn't look at the entire thread. Is this a 6.5 Optimizer?
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