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Fixable 460 block?

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Old Jun 5, 2022 | 01:29 PM
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Fixable 460 block?

Picked up for $200. Is it fixable?

Looks like some wear on the cam housings

Chip on the oil pan gasket area (only one)


Same w this one. Only 2 pistons have this issue. The rest are fine. 1

Crack on piston.. can something be worded and remachined possibly? 2

More wear
 
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Old Jun 5, 2022 | 01:40 PM
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I voted no, but I'm no expert on whether the chips and other issues are repairable. But for me if I'm going to build an engine I'd like to start with a good solid block with no issues.
 
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Old Jun 5, 2022 | 03:02 PM
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Originally Posted by BigBlue2
I voted no, but I'm no expert on whether the chips and other issues are repairable. But for me if I'm going to build an engine I'd like to start with a good solid block with no issues.
true. Just thought maybe I’d save a little but looks like I’m spending a little more haha
 
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What dose the machine shop say?

Me also say no
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Old Jun 5, 2022 | 09:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Dexter6416
true. Just thought maybe I’d save a little but looks like I’m spending a little more haha
Take it to a machine shop that specializes in rebuilding blocks. As Dave says what do they say? You'd definitely want to fix the pan gasket sealing surface. So many complain of pan leaks.

$200 is quickly becoming not much money these days. If the machine shop says no you have a nice start on a good mooring anchor. Few bags of concrete, a stainless embedded eyebolt and wah lah...instant boat anchor!
 
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If this was a rare 409 chevy or a Ford 427 side oiler, yes. 460 blocks are not rare and easily picked up at a junkyard. I would not mess with it.
 
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