Help me on purchase decision guys!

[eengler2]

Choice between two cars, both stock, both 130k miles, both had 120k done already.

1. 1992, 18 spline $5,000, 2 owner, great records
2. 1993, 25 spline, and should be forged crank, right? $5,800, 4 owner, good records

Is the '93 worth $800 more because of forged crank and 25 spline?

Planning to go with either 19Ts or 16Gs on E85.

Thanks!

[TooFast4Radar]

Some 92's had 25 spline transmissions if they were built in the second half of 92, but you're correct the 93 has the 4-bolt motor with a forged crank. It's stronger, although 99.5% of the people on this forum really don't NEED it. It is nice to have though. If both cars are in equally nice shape I would get the '93.

[valhallaz]

If the condition is comparable, I'd also go with the 93 for the 4 bolt main and the forged crank.

[JackBadBoy]

Depend on colour also. Otherwise which one you prefer more. 2bolt - 4bolt for your power goal it really doesnt matter.

I think that it is also important how many owners car had. So I am for 92.

[eengler2]

The '92 is an 18 spline.

Are you sure 2 or 4 bolt doesn't matter for ~600awhp maxing out 19Ts or 16Gs on E85?

[eengler2]

I suppose it doesn't matter and I should plan for a motor rebuild and upgraded transfer case anyway

[JackBadBoy]

Originally Posted by eengler2

The '92 is an 18 spline.

Are you sure 2 or 4 bolt doesn't matter for ~600awhp maxing out 19Ts or 16Gs on E85?

Yes I am

[eengler2]

Originally Posted by JackBadBoy

Yes I am

I appreciate the input, but do you have any references to back up your statement?

[jhut03]

Originally Posted by eengler2

I appreciate the input, but do you have any references to back up your statement?

Chris Hill from 3sx DDs a first gen with a 2 bolt block making 770+ awhp....

[eengler2]

Originally Posted by jhut03

Chris Hill from 3sx DDs a first gen with a 2 bolt block making 770+ awhp....

Yes he did on a 2 bolt, BUT he put in a forged crank.