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Old 04-16-2007 | 06:27 PM
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On second thought, what can I get away with in this situation...I probably should get new pistons, but can I replace the one and try again?
You can replace one bullet, but you are risking it happening again. I chose to just build a nice forged motor and make it less likely. If you are looking for a good motor builder, let me know I will PM you his number.
Old 04-16-2007 | 07:29 PM
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This is a very good point, but I don't have a lot of time to spare in this situation, not to mention the cost. I know I can find someone to help me with a build in my area, but I would like to know where to find the best parts.

Can someone list out some solid parts that I'm gunna need, plus anything else I should look into?
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Originally Posted by johnrusso1987
This is a very good point, but I don't have a lot of time to spare in this situation, not to mention the cost. I know I can find someone to help me with a build in my area, but I would like to know where to find the best parts.

Can someone list out some solid parts that I'm gunna need, plus anything else I should look into?

before you jump off the deep end, do some good ole trouble shooting and run a compression test.
Old 04-16-2007 | 07:40 PM
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ya that will be the first thing I'm going to when i get home, but i just wanted to do some homework to see what I could be in for.
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Originally Posted by johnrusso1987
ya that will be the first thing I'm going to when i get home, but i just wanted to do some homework to see what I could be in for.
worst case, you busted a piston and there is piston material going through the motor....best case, you busted a piston and you can replace the piston and get on with your life.

outstanding case, you might not have a problem at all....it might have some other issue. the way I see it you are in the same boat as me, you have the same symptoms. I would go right for piston #7 and check the compression.
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I have the same problem also and thanks to the members a compression test is getting done this weekend. I have to watch this thread to see where it leads us.
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Get a check valve PCV now, before your truck catches fire from all the oil getting blown out.
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Originally Posted by vanillagorilla
Get a check valve PCV now, before your truck catches fire from all the oil getting blown out.

Unless its coming out of the dipstick, LOL
Old 04-17-2007 | 11:50 AM
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LOL! I just taped mine down so it won't blow out.
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ya let me know how that test goes logan, I hate being scared like his.


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