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is this guy for real? EBAY.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2429879424
Looks like a good price! Thinking about putting in a bid... what do you guys think? GS |
Sure, why not! If I could use the engine I'd go for it!
Ernie EDIT: Well, as the "plot" thickens we begin to see "why not"! :D |
Then engine part number does not show up on www.fordracing.com
http://www.fordracing.com/parts/search/ GS |
he's been trying to sell this shortblock since May. His last posting was in July
http://www.sell.com/2J81N Bill S. |
Thanks for the info bill! Thats why I check with you guys!
GS |
So whats up with the engine? Or should I say, this seller? Is this engine NOT as it is purported to be? That would never happen on e-bay,,,,,,right?
Ernie |
I emailed someone that he has already sold a 302 block to. I checked in his rating. He has sold 2 302s. We shall see what happens. I also emailed him about the wrong part number.
GS:confused: |
Let's just say that all Ford shortblocks are not the same and leave it at that.
Bill S. |
Do a search under Google for the part #. Came up with this page.
http://www.guerrainternational.com/e.../specials.html here is what the description says: F77Z.6009.BA 97/ EXPLORER 5.0 V-8 NEW ENGINE MOTOR NUEVO BLOQUE CON PISTONES CIGUE... 1 $695.00. |
Ford of Mexico, if there is such a company??? I'm beginning to wonder if this is a "real" Ford block or a "replica" block. Something fishy, but I can't put my finger on it.
I DO know there are "parts" made in Mexico and packaged to look like Ford, GM, Chrysler parts. Same colors, logos, etc. but with very subtle differences, so it's not a "trade mark" infringement deal (sort of). It's pushes the envelope of fraud without crossing the line (depending on how good your lawyer is). Is that what may be happening here? Ernie |
Looks like it is hot off the back of a truck --- if you know what I mean! :eek: %/ :)
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It's an Explorer engine - maybe a bit overpriced, but you guys are making WAY to big a deal about it. If you've never heard of people using Mexican blocks, you need to get out more. :rolleyes:
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I keep hearing this thing about Mexican blocks being BETTER than American blocks! More nickel or something.
Does "FORD" have some kind of plant down there making engines? If so, it could be better than an US block? The price sure seems right! Ernie |
Ford makes a lot of parts, not just engines, in Mexico. From a quick google search:
http://www.forbes.com/work/newswire/...tr1016849.html http://www.autointell.net/nao_compan...rd/fordvc1.htm |
The only engine's listed as "Mexican Block" is the 1968 "J" Code 302 4V.
Bill S. Quote:
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It's a BOX for Christsake!!!!
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The K code 289 (Hi-Po) were cast in Mexico, at the Hermisillo plant. The Mexican 302 in desirable because theye kept the thick main caps of the hi-po 289 when they cast it, along with the high nickel content material of the block itself. Quite a few of the hi-perf small blocks were cast there.
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