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Old 07-07-2011, 11:47 AM
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Originally Posted by elmariachi View Post
I'd rather have an unbored service block built right with verifiable build sheets than a 1966 original side oiler bored to .030 over or built by some backyard mechanic
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I'd also rather have a side oiler (of any kind) than a top oiler.

Keep in mind, the service blocks do have a few advantages - reinforced ribbed block, some say higher nickel content, although I'm not sure that is proven and can run hydraulic cam and SFT cam (although since you want authenticity, there is only one choice for you )

How many miles on the engine? Was it sonic tested before it was built to detect any core shift issues?
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