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Feb 14, 2014 | 03:39 PM

rwrogers

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Motor Rebuild

I'm looking at some kits from summit racing, to rebuild my 351W.

Whats the difference between Hypereutectic Flat and Forged Dish pistons and which one would you go with?

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/fe...view/make/ford

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/fe...view/make/ford

Feb 14, 2014 | 04:15 PM

dsrtjeeper

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Originally Posted by rwrogers

The pistons in second link provide a lower compression ratio. You need to CC your heads and calculate compression ratio. The whole build needs a plan. Parts need to match. I suggest talking with your machinist first.

Feb 22, 2014 | 10:46 AM

rwrogers

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So there I was, taking apart my motor to have it rebuilt, pulled the head off and what do I see but a 060 staring back at me.

Talked to the machine shop, he said its done, nothing can be done for it.

So now I'm in the market for either a used engine or a long block.

I've looked online and found these guys, anyone know about them, used them, etc.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ford-5-8-351W-Premium-Long-Block-1975-1993-/261077253368?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3cc96abcf8&vxp=mtr