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mrstang

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• Aug 6, 2009

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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.

 

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mrstang

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• Aug 12, 2009

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

 

woodsnake

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Aug 12, 2009

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• Aug 12, 2009

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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

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• Aug 12, 2009

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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.

 

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• Aug 14, 2009

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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.