1971 Buick 455 GS F/SA G/SA Build

[Dan Fahey]

Originally Posted by HP HUNTER

After finishing the year with a best of 1.01 under the F/SA index losing some MPH since the engine was first built, I suspect the short block of being tired I plan to build a new short block and change the trans this winter. Of course I will post pictures as I go, followed with a dyno test with data, followed with a track test. I need to make a decision on the bore size and piston to wall clearance, I think I've got a handle on the bearing clearance from my previous testing. I will be nitrating the crank this time as well.

What does that do to the crank?
D

[HP HUNTER]

Originally Posted by Dan Fahey

What does that do to the crank?
D

Surface hardens the crank.

[Mark Yacavone]

Still a good deal for the short block. The pistons cost more than that.