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Jul 3, 2003 | 05:27 PM

#16

hawkrod

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sorry but it looks like the only person offended is the one that made the mistake. the only lack of tact i see is whining about it well after the fact. whether you like to believe it or not it is critical to point out bad info as quickly as possible due to the very nature of the internet. a person lacking experience may see such a gross error and take it as gospel (if it is written it must be true right?). this creates another new myth based on a mistaken post. when bad information is posted it is important that it be pointed out that the info is wrong and in such a way as not to create ambiguity. hawkrod

Jul 3, 2003 | 06:00 PM

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6t6merc

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It is easy to touch a nerve when discussing the much venerated FE engine. Myths, rumours and misunderstandings abound within this discussion, and although no one has all the answers - and there are still many interesting questions to be answered - the issue of the significance and meaning of the '352' on the block has been talked to death, and is pretty well settled.
I hope we will all continue to be friends here.
Eric

Jul 6, 2003 | 12:58 AM

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philbert

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well the #2 connecting rod is bent like a pretzel the #3piston head is busted up nicely.the crank looks like its been in a blender and there are parts in the oil pan i've yet to identify.i've found no #s on the crank(whats left of it).i did find C7TE-A on the connecting rods and found the pistons diameter to be 4 inchs.so my best guess(with all of the help from you )is 361.any more thoughts?

Jul 27, 2003 | 12:55 AM

#19

Putt

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From: Colville, Washington

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From what I can find the rods indicate 330 HD truck pieces. However they are the same length as 352/360 rods, just heavy duty. By the way 361/391 means big truck engines, they were not installed in light duty trucks (up to F350). If the bore is right at 4.00 inches, then you have a 352- a 360 stock bore is 4.05 inches. The 352 on the block is a great way to "hide" a bigger engine!!