10-21-2014, 06:43 PM
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Nice. What is the cost on the new block and what's the weight difference?
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10-22-2014, 08:52 AM
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I got it for $100 from my cousin. He was going to build it up for his Cobra, but then he sold the car.
The stock iron block should be 153#. I'll actual weight it when its stripped.
The aluminum one is 79#. I have to weight that too. But I can pick it up and move it around my garage.
-ryan s.
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10-24-2014, 09:40 AM
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Getting stuff done.
Next step is to order new rings and a LH chain tensioner, and we'll be in business. Unfortunately, I'm going to have to wait until Tuesday to weigh the blocks. I don't have the time until then.
I also installed a new H-pipe and mufflers, so I no longer have that massive exhaust leak that was murdering my mileage.
Should be back on track now.
-ryan s.
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1997 Ford Crown Victoria HPP- "Tank of Justice III" 194k - 578.9 miles on ONE tank
2003 Mercury Marauder- 63k, not so fuel efficient; #1,548 of 11,052
2008 Lincoln Navigator L - 244k (don't ask about mpg)
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10-24-2014, 10:03 AM
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Did you replace with oem for the exhaust pieces or go aftermarket?
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10-24-2014, 11:37 AM
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H-pipe is OEM. Mufflers are Thrush Turbos.
Again.
-ryan s.
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2003 Mercury Marauder- 63k, not so fuel efficient; #1,548 of 11,052
2008 Lincoln Navigator L - 244k (don't ask about mpg)
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10-28-2014, 08:50 AM
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Finally got around to painting my chin spoiler.
Now, to install it.
-ryan s.
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1997 Ford Crown Victoria HPP- "Tank of Justice III" 194k - 578.9 miles on ONE tank
2003 Mercury Marauder- 63k, not so fuel efficient; #1,548 of 11,052
2008 Lincoln Navigator L - 244k (don't ask about mpg)
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11-30-2014, 10:45 PM
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Ok, so I think it might be broken.
Like a boss.
Well, I better hurry up and get this engine built!!!
-ryan s.
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1997 Ford Crown Victoria HPP- "Tank of Justice III" 194k - 578.9 miles on ONE tank
2003 Mercury Marauder- 63k, not so fuel efficient; #1,548 of 11,052
2008 Lincoln Navigator L - 244k (don't ask about mpg)
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12-30-2014, 04:47 PM
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I weighed the bare iron block today.
148.6 Lbs
The aluminum block?
74.4 lbs.
Thats a 74.2 lbs reduction.
Now that I've honed the cylinder walls and drilled out the extra coolant passage that was needed for the drivers side head, I can start assembling tomorrow.
I installed new rings on the pistons and can't wait to get this going!
-ryan s.
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1997 Ford Crown Victoria HPP- "Tank of Justice III" 194k - 578.9 miles on ONE tank
2003 Mercury Marauder- 63k, not so fuel efficient; #1,548 of 11,052
2008 Lincoln Navigator L - 244k (don't ask about mpg)
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12-30-2014, 11:59 PM
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Proof.
Iron block:
Aluminum block:
-ryan s.
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1997 Ford Crown Victoria HPP- "Tank of Justice III" 194k - 578.9 miles on ONE tank
2003 Mercury Marauder- 63k, not so fuel efficient; #1,548 of 11,052
2008 Lincoln Navigator L - 244k (don't ask about mpg)
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12-31-2014, 12:23 PM
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Crown Vic - '99 Ford Crown Victoria Base (P74) 90 day: 24.1 mpg (US) Turtle - '98 Subaru Outback Sport 90 day: 30.53 mpg (US)
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Wow, that should be a noticeable difference!
I've been following along for a while, being another die hard V8 guy myself. Great stuff so far, stay at it!
On a side note I picked up some pre- 2001 16x7 P71 wheels for my Mark VII and I was shocked at how heavy they are!
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