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Old 08-13-2002, 10:50 AM   #13
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Originally posted by Blaise
If this is a truck motor, I would imagine we'd be wasting our time pursuing it, wouldn't we? We need the real thing, otherwise we might as well stick with what we've got.
Depends. They are virtually identical engines (429/460), except for the stroke. But if you are trying to sincerely restore this gem, then you need to start praying for a block with the casting number D0O8-B.

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Originally posted by Blaise
Thanks for all this info - you are very well informed about these things! Are you an engine specialist?
I specialize in high performance engine work and repair.

Take care,
~Chris
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