I cracked mine, and now I need a new one.

Short block with crank, and pistons needed only. Must be in excellent condiction.

 

Whoa, that sucks.

How'd you crack it?

 

tightened the lower balance cover without the bracket at the front. Bolt wouldn't go in all the way, and I didn't realize why at the time. so the fu&^er cracked at the front when I tried to tighten down the bolt.

 

Woops... oh well, live and learn.

You dont think it can just be welded?

 

John,

Sorry to hear about the misfortune. I have an '87 shortblock on my stand now going together, fresh hone, 1st over pistons, Mahle bottom rings, Total Seal top ring, Std/Std crank (mag/straightened/polished), reconditioned rods, ARP hardware, DFL coated brgs, new OE studs ready to go in. Let me know if you are interested. Could ship Monday.

Orrin

 

John, There is a good chance you might be able to weld the crack... Find a GOOD welder and they can do it without removing the engine... Take few pictures if you can

 

I will have a short block for you shortly. I bought a 3.0 and I am removing my 2.5 now It was running like a champ other then some oil leaks.

 

PM's sent.

I'm not going to mess with welding, a whole chunk is cracked off by the oil pump.

Thanks