302 rip_out help
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302 rip_out help
I am tearing out a 302 in my 71.... It sat for 2 years after a kid drove it without oil. When I cranked it up, I put a 4 inch hole into the side of the oil pan... Should I rebuild or get a new block?? Unfortunately I live at an apartment so I limited space to work with. Plus I have champaign dreams with a beer budget.... Any tips??
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DL70f100, Welcome to the 67-72 forum 
Where are you located, there might be someone close by that could offer some work space for a few days.
If you haven't driven the truck for a couple years a few more isn't gonna make much difference. Look around for another engine to stuff in.
This sites classifieds, and Craigslist are both good sources for parts.
John
Where are you located, there might be someone close by that could offer some work space for a few days.
If you haven't driven the truck for a couple years a few more isn't gonna make much difference. Look around for another engine to stuff in.
This sites classifieds, and Craigslist are both good sources for parts.
John
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well I live in Mesquite, Texas.... More on the buisness side of things.. I benifit from that buy having a dozen repair shops that I have been showing my face around.
I have already been pulling the engine apart but I cant get the intake manifold off... The distributor isnt budging but it doesnt look connected to the manifold.. Could I be missing something simple??
I have already been pulling the engine apart but I cant get the intake manifold off... The distributor isnt budging but it doesnt look connected to the manifold.. Could I be missing something simple??
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Only thing holding the dizzy in is the, usually, 1/2 bolt and clamp at the lowest visible point of the motor, and the manifold should come off with the valve covers removed and the bolts pulled.
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