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Yea, that's a great idea. I'll have to start looking around to see if they're any local machine shops equipped with a hot tank. Sure would be nice...
That's the same route I'll be going, upgrading the entire valve train with new components. I appreciate the tip on using a steel wedge to get the...
I've attempted to pull a few of the lifters, but they're in about the same condition as everything else, stuck. I have tried rotating the camshaft...
That's a good looking 348. If you don't mind me asking, who'd you use for all the machine work/rebuild?
So after soaking the pistons in Kroil and the crankshaft/rod ends in 50/50 acetone and ATF, my lack of patience got the best of me. After a week...
Yea, I was thinking the lifters will present another test of patience. I'll probably end up leaving the oil pan on for now and fill the block to...
Thanks for the tips. I was planning on using Kroil or acetone/ATF to try and get everything loosened up, I just want to try and remove all the...
I'd like to try to remove as much scale and corrosion from the cylinder walls and piston tops as possible before trying to free-up the engine. I...
Yea that's what I'm thinking my next move is, get it all cleaned up and torn completely down then see what it looks like. If the block is cracked...
Honestly, not bad enough to start looking for another block to replace this one if its too far gone. The funds just aren't there to start...
I haven't checked the sides of the block yet, but thanks for the info. I was thinking about the 50/50 acetone and ATF soak or maybe a healthy dose...
Ok, so I've got the 348 torn down to short block status, and it looks fairly NASTY. 3 cylinders holding water with a fair amount of corrosion in...
59Apachegail, thanks for the breakdown and the link, much appreciated. Hopefully within the next few weeks I'll get it down to a bare block and...
vtwhead, sorry I'm just getting back to you on this but I just recently got the 348 in my possession. The block number you referred to is: T04I9G....
As mentioned before, you'll need to determine which rear end you have first. If you have a small-bearing rear end (28 spline axles) I'd...
Guys, can anyone provide recommendations and contact information for reputable 348/409 engine builders? I've been searching for Ronnie Russell's...
When I worked at a motorcycle dealership, a few racers used to ship their engines in ice chest or coolers. You can probably pick one up for cheap...
Yea I'm with you on that. I'm thinking for $300 I'd be stupid to pass it up. The car already has a Ford 9" rear, although it is a small bearing...
I'll check next time I stop. May not be until later this month, but I'll update when I get it. Thanks for the input, guys.
Just wanted to do a quick update. So, I was able to stop by my buddies place a few days ago and grab some numbers off of the 348. Good news, it's...
Thanks for the ideas. I like the tach idea, because there's really no other way to mount one on the dash that would look clean and sleek (when...
Thanks! The body is a '51 with '49 front sheet metal. I guess more of it is '49 than I realized. Seriously, thanks for pointing that out.
Wondering if anyone has come up with any creative ways to delete a dash clock. Whether it be a personalized item or just filling/shaving the...
DND, thanks for the pep talk. My mind is made up for the most part. I'll be planning to rebuild the 348 with only a few minor upgrades. The only...
Gary, thanks for the pics and I appreciate the info.
Glad no one and nothing got seriously injured by the loose trans mount. When you said the phrase "BREAK IT" it brought back to mind an incident I...
Question: Can anyone confirm whether or not the 348/409s share the same engine mount location as a standard SBC or BBC. I'm about 99% sure that I...
Jack, I'll keep that in mind when it comes time for the rebuild. Thanks to everyone for the information and leads, much appreciated.
Thanks for the info. I had checked the date code on the block a few years ago and if I remember right it is an early '60s block.
That's awesome. It'd be interesting to know what kind of cars it beat to become a "national record holder". With the 348, I'm thinking my only...
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