And as far as the stroker approach. Kit or create my own? Just want some feedback. The builder will be my sounding board. As far as budget? I can see spending 4 K with tranny work if possible. I may have to bump some.
I just dropped my block off at the machine shop yesterday starting my 408 stroker build. I spoke with my builder, and he agreed to give me a good price on parts if I bought them from him. So I brought him a parts list and he's meeting or beating Summit's prices. This gives him a chance to make a little extra on the build.
He is going to buy the crank, rods and pistons as a kit, but he is going to use the bearings and rings that he is comfortable with and has had good experience using. I'm sure your builder would like a chance to make a little extra money.
I think you might be a little low on your budget. I was thinking around $7k seems to be the average for a good solid stroker build. Mine is going to be closer to $10k with heads, roller cam and valve train, TTIs, Mod Man intake and carbs, plus other misc little parts that should be replaced. **** adds up fast.
