Used 4.9
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Used 4.9
Hey there -
I have the opportunity to purchase a 4.9 in my area.
The owner says it was a good runner but it has been sitting on a engine stand for a few years.
Am I crazy to be concerned about the 4.9 sitting on a stand for that long? I wonder what gravity does to a 560 lb block of that length when it’s supported only on one side for so long.
Does anyone else think that that could cause some sort of warpage / flex?
I have the opportunity to purchase a 4.9 in my area.
The owner says it was a good runner but it has been sitting on a engine stand for a few years.
Am I crazy to be concerned about the 4.9 sitting on a stand for that long? I wonder what gravity does to a 560 lb block of that length when it’s supported only on one side for so long.
Does anyone else think that that could cause some sort of warpage / flex?
Laughing Gas
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From: Pelham Alabama
X 2 on the moisture and corrosion....
Was it stored in a garage out of the elements or sitting under a oak tree with a piece of plastic for cover , or tin storage shed.
I looked at one that was stored in a utility shed and told the guy I would buy it but he had to pull the head first. main reason, the plugs were left out which was a clue for me to look further.
Well, the cyls were totally rusted. Maybe could clean up with bore but not 100% sure so I passed on what sounded like a good deal at first.
Alex
Was it stored in a garage out of the elements or sitting under a oak tree with a piece of plastic for cover , or tin storage shed.
I looked at one that was stored in a utility shed and told the guy I would buy it but he had to pull the head first. main reason, the plugs were left out which was a clue for me to look further.
Well, the cyls were totally rusted. Maybe could clean up with bore but not 100% sure so I passed on what sounded like a good deal at first.
Alex
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X 2 on the moisture and corrosion....
Was it stored in a garage out of the elements or sitting under a oak tree with a piece of plastic for cover , or tin storage shed.
I looked at one that was stored in a utility shed and told the guy I would buy it but he had to pull the head first. main reason, the plugs were left out which was a clue for me to look further.
Well, the cyls were totally rusted. Maybe could clean up with bore but not 100% sure so I passed on what sounded like a good deal at first.
Alex
Was it stored in a garage out of the elements or sitting under a oak tree with a piece of plastic for cover , or tin storage shed.
I looked at one that was stored in a utility shed and told the guy I would buy it but he had to pull the head first. main reason, the plugs were left out which was a clue for me to look further.
Well, the cyls were totally rusted. Maybe could clean up with bore but not 100% sure so I passed on what sounded like a good deal at first.
Alex
Thanks for the advice.
Turns out it was stored in a dry place and all sealed up. The seller was great - he even threw in the stand for free.
The adventure begins!
Laughing Gas
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From: Pelham Alabama
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