long block vs short block

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Feb 14, 2005 | 09:47 AM

Ruiny

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long block vs short block

Perhaps an easy question.
What is the diference between a long block and a short block?

Thanks

Feb 14, 2005 | 10:28 AM

RB83L69

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short = block, crank, pistons, rods

long = short, + cam, timing set, heads, valve train, oil pump; plus maybe some tin

Feb 14, 2005 | 11:33 AM

Ruiny

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Thanks I thought is was along that line.

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