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[mrstang]

Rebuild it I will, but not today. The mustang and engine shops said a rebuild is not absolutely necessary. I would like to get a few more miles out of this engine while I save for the rebuild and other stuff.

For now I'll consult my mustang book collection on how to check bearings and rods. If it can’t be saved then that’s ok.

 

[mrstang]

I got another long block quote $1500. Does not include removal or engine install.

 

[woodsnake]

See the local craigs list, and rent a hoist for a weekend.....There are running driving cars with 5.0's, or 302's every day for cheap....

 

[rbohm]

before i would run the engine again, i would grab the rods and see how loose they are. if you can move them, rebuild the engine dont mess around.

 

[mrstang]

The rods are firm. I also checked proper valve movement by manually cranking the engine. All 16 moved normally. I added a little mystery oil to the valves and cylinder via the spark plug hole. So far so good.