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George vega

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Progress on the 390
« on: August 12, 2017, 12:39:43 PM »
As I posted before, my final choice on the budget 390 short block was to keep it stock. The cylinders will stay standard as well as the crank, rods and pistons. I have started taking my old motor apart and mocking up the 390. Here's a few pics.
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Re: Progress on the 390
« Reply #1 on: August 14, 2017, 01:54:34 PM »
Sorry for the double post. I tried to delete the second one but couldn't do it.
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Re: Progress on the 390
« Reply #2 on: August 14, 2017, 05:40:19 PM »
Took care of that for you, George.  Project is looking good...
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Re: Progress on the 390
« Reply #3 on: August 16, 2017, 08:10:30 PM »
Thanks Jay. I'll keep you guys posted as I make progress.
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Re: Progress on the 390
« Reply #4 on: August 18, 2017, 06:51:30 PM »

What pistons are you planning, curious as to what size bore you end up with after cylinders get restored straight and round.
I also like to try and keep the bore standard too if all possible.
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Re: Progress on the 390
« Reply #5 on: August 18, 2017, 08:11:27 PM »
I'm going to re-use the original pistons since they are in such great condition and the bored are within tolerences so they will need a good honing. I'm trying to use this wear cycle of this short block. Next time I'll get some good 410 pistons to go with my good 428 crank rods and cross bolts.
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Re: Progress on the 390
« Reply #6 on: August 21, 2017, 01:44:35 PM »
One (428) comes apart and the other (390) ford together. Still got a lot off work to do.
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