Well i have an 03 L short block in my garage and i would like to build it up for my Lightning. When i rebuild it, do i really need to change the crank? Why buy a rebuild kit for $1600 w/crank when i could just get one for $800 w/out crank? Any info would be great. Thanks

 

Im pretty sure its a forged crank from 00 up. Just throw in some forged pistons and rods, get it balanced and you should be good to go, but i think its still going to cost you more than $800 .

 

yeah you can use a stock crank, acctually it is prob a stock crank that comes with the kit
i just happen to have one out of my old motor, needs a little cleaning up of the counter weights but other than that its in great shape

 

Have the stock crank shot peened and it will handle more than you can throw at it with a Lightning.

 

yes you can reuse your stock crank. thats what i did. as long as the assy is balanced i see no prob.

 

I have a set of pistons and rods and rings if you or interested teehill33@hotmail.com it's all manley stuff

 

What kit is this and where are you getting it from? Does it include an oil pump, ARP studs, berings and gaskets? What kind of rods and pistons?