BEEDOSAUCE Posted May 21 Share Posted May 21 so my motor just blew up today a little over 300k miles, I was wondering just how reliable 4.6 strikers are and if they’re worth it? or is it worth just rebuilding the motor how it is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokeyyank Posted May 21 Share Posted May 21 I'd keep it stock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted May 21 Share Posted May 21 define "blew up" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEEDOSAUCE Posted May 21 Author Share Posted May 21 3 hours ago, Pete M said: define "blew up" Sorry blew up might not be the right term, but it’s been running bad, overheating tons, burning oil, and just yesterday i started getting misfires Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted May 21 Share Posted May 21 I would address the issues one at a time before dropping change on an engine. a new block isn't going to fix an old radiator or sparkplugs or sensor that needs adjusting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEEDOSAUCE Posted May 21 Author Share Posted May 21 1 hour ago, Pete M said: I would address the issues one at a time before dropping change on an engine. a new block isn't going to fix an old radiator or sparkplugs or sensor that needs adjusting. I just serviced it not too long ago, i replaced the radiator, installed electric fans, new spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor. It was working fine until this week where everything just went downhill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEEDOSAUCE Posted May 21 Author Share Posted May 21 Just now, BEEDOSAUCE said: I just serviced it not too long ago, i replaced the radiator, installed electric fans, new spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap and rotor. It was working fine until this week where everything just went downhill ^ the truck would never overheat before either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89 MJ Posted May 21 Share Posted May 21 If I were you, I’d pull the engine, disassemble it, measure everything, and see if you could just get away with a dingleball hone, seals, and bearings. If that’s the case, I’d just do a stock rebuild. If the crank would need turned, then I’d go stroker, but that’s just me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 6 hours ago, BEEDOSAUCE said: installed electric fans What fan setup did you install? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75sv1 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 I'd do a compression check first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75sv1 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 As far as Stroker vs Stock. Depends on a lot of stuff. A Stocker can be built, modified or tuned to about 220 hp. There are various Stroker recipes. I have built and ran a bit a Mini-Stroker. I can't recommend that avenue. The low buck ones I see issues with that. Mainly, decking the block. I do have a Bishop-Buel assembled. $$. Presently looking at the Clegg Stage 2. About 9.3 CR. $1250 for the kit. No cam. The KB438c was changed a few years back. It has a closed combustion chamber. The main constriction is the head. A good ported head is probably worth 15hp to 20 hp. I've done 2-3. Still working on what I think would work best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEEDOSAUCE Posted May 22 Author Share Posted May 22 19 hours ago, ghetdjc320 said: What fan setup did you install? I have a guy in mexico who does custom setups but if i’m remembering correctly the fans are malibu’s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEEDOSAUCE Posted May 22 Author Share Posted May 22 10 hours ago, 75sv1 said: As far as Stroker vs Stock. Depends on a lot of stuff. A Stocker can be built, modified or tuned to about 220 hp. There are various Stroker recipes. I have built and ran a bit a Mini-Stroker. I can't recommend that avenue. The low buck ones I see issues with that. Mainly, decking the block. I do have a Bishop-Buel assembled. $$. Presently looking at the Clegg Stage 2. About 9.3 CR. $1250 for the kit. No cam. The KB438c was changed a few years back. It has a closed combustion chamber. The main constriction is the head. A good ported head is probably worth 15hp to 20 hp. I've done 2-3. Still working on what I think would work best. have they been reliable so far? honestly i don’t want smth crazy just a little more power yknow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokeyyank Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 1 hour ago, BEEDOSAUCE said: have they been reliable so far? honestly i don’t want smth crazy just a little more power yknow Stock refresh and a regear. More umph and reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 check compression first. maybe a leakdown too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghetdjc320 Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 If you have all electric fans, check your voltage with the engine running. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeepSchmidt O'Guinness Posted May 23 Share Posted May 23 Didn't see it suggested yet, make sure ya have all the air out of the cooling system to address the overheating. But comp/leakdown test are wise to make sure the overheating haven't caused head/piston damage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
75sv1 Posted Tuesday at 12:32 PM Share Posted Tuesday at 12:32 PM I would add, that during the compression check, after the first measurement if low, squirt oil in the cylinder. Test again. If higher , then probably valves no sealing. As for the durability of a Stroker. I think there are a few with 100K or more and no complaints. Also, you can build them as Stock Plus. So, 9.3-9.5 static compression. 430-450 lift on the cam and stock Melling Springs. Also, with better materials and better oils than in the past, there is the possibility they will last longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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