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- 1971 M-code Grande
We knew there was a water leak and assumed it was a blown head gasket. On further inspection we found a crack in the block:huh: One of the pistons was stamped .040 and this is an M-code. Why would they bore a Cleveland 20 over and use dome pistons? If this were any other car Except a Mustang I would roll it out to the back yard and shoot it. We have spent too much time, money and work to let a cracked block get in the way of progress The Grande has a new interior, engine components and suspension system. So, what are my options? I would be looking for a short block. We have been thinking about putting a mild cam in the now broken block. Would be a good opportunity to make some changes in the engine plus clean out and paint the engine bay. We are going to turn what could be a bad experience into a positive one :idea:
Thanks for the advice.
mike
Thanks for the advice.
mike