Pre 74 351 core preferably in Texas near Austin

sean9 · #1 (**permalink**) 03-25-2005, 10:09 PM

Looking for an early 351 shortblock core for motor project.
Preferably located in central Texas so I can drive and get it but out of state is ok provided shipping is reasonable.

I don't need the heads as I am going to run AFR's. If you only have a block that might work too as I may decided to build a stroker.

Email: skrasan@yahoo.com

Thanks
Sean

fxbill · #2 (**permalink**) 03-26-2005, 02:02 AM

I have a 69 351W that was stroked to 393.. all relieving has been done. The block was completely glyptol'd inside. It had twisted wedge heads that dropped a valve on one cylinder. I cannot be sure at this point since I'm still pulling the engine out, but I believe it might have cracked that one cylinder wall since I found water in it when I tore the head off. The block is .030" overbored and had approximately 4,000 miles on it when the incident occured. If cracked it could be sleeved, but I have a new Dart block 446 that's going in so I haven't investigated any more than a quick visual. Bottom end is great, but I believe another member here wants the stroker crank and kit.
If you're interested in the block at a very reasonable price email me.
Bill fxbill@comcast.net

sean9 · #3 (**permalink**) 03-27-2005, 09:49 PM

Bill,

Sent you an e-mail.

Sean