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12-11-2023, 05:13 AM
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Can this 302 block be repaired?
I am looking at buying a 68 Z and the original block that comes with the car is cracked, I was told years ago it could not be repaired, but now with today's technology it could be. If it can be repaired, what would be the cost?
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12-11-2023, 05:22 AM
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Sleeve and a helicoil/thread insert should take care of it.
Jason
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12-11-2023, 11:43 AM
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Yes, it can be repaired. A sleeve will take care of the cylinder. Cast iron crack repair plugs should take care of the deck. A Jergens thread insert will fix the hole. Talk to a good machine shop and get their opinion because they will be the ones to do the work.
Indy Cylinder Heads had an oven that they used to weld cylinder heads. I don't know if they can do blocks too, but you might ask.
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Freddie 1969 Camaro RS/SS396 (427) 4 speed Last edited by big gear head; 12-11-2023 at 11:46 AM.
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12-11-2023, 12:02 PM
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Thanks for all the responses. I am in PA so I have a few choice machine shops to consider. When the engine failed years ago, it ruined the cylinder head so I am looking for a single 291 head dated no later that June 12, 1968
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12-17-2023, 12:47 AM
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They do it all the time t our local machine shop…..they can “pin it” without any issues. It may have to be sleeved as others have mentioned.
Kurt
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#6
03-06-2024, 06:28 AM
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The go to guys for cast iron repair is Lock and Stitch located in Turlock CA
I’m having a block repaired there currently. I’ll let you know how it comes out. Not cheap! http://www.locknstitch.com/index.html
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