I've got a couple of questions for those of you that purchased a block from zzp and had someone else install it for you (well maybe anyone with a zzp block can chime in). What items were not included, or rather, what items did you have to acquire on your own? I gather both chains (timing and balance shaft), but what about the water pump or other crucial components? I know I should probably email them, but I've been at work all day, and they're closed for the weekend, so I'm trying to get a general idea.

 

Well as far as i know all u get
Zzp block
Pistons
Rods
Rings
Crank
New main bolts
Rear main seal
Think that's about it

 

I wouldent say the main bolts are new

 

forgive me for sounding like a *******, but I'm assuming new main bolts are important? I've never gone through an engine rebuild before, and while I have a buddy that's highly knowledgeable who is helping me, he's not always readily available to help.

 

Very true..
That wat there site says.

 

where are their website does it state that? I'm on there right now, and I don't see that.

 

20 of the main bolts are tty some reuse some don't and I can see both sides

 

oh i didn't realize they were tty. If they're indeed tty, then I'd rather have new. That's actually why I'm using arp studs because I'd rather not deal with tty bolts for the head.

 

When I was chatting with ZZP and asked why they didnt have main bolts for sale on their website they said there's no need to change them. Even In Ryan's 900whp set up they have reused main bolts.

 

well, anything else I should know about besides the main bolts?

 

Pretty much every single damn bolt GM says is TTY. It's stupid. But you are going to basically get a bare block. So get all seals and gaskets. And invest in a timing chain deluxe set from CED.

 

main studs are way expensive 400+ to buy and then you have to machine the block for them to be correct (re-align hone the mains) the stock head and main bolts aren't by no means junk they are good stuff