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Default Boring a 302 for .60 pistons

Can anyone give me an idea of the pros and cons of having a 302 bored to .60. Open to any suggestions Thanks Paul
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Default Re: Boring a 302 for .60 pistons

Whenever you bore an engine, you run the risk of over heating. Probably less of a problem in Canada than in Arizona though. It won't clean at .040?....Joe
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I will ask the machinist about going 40 thousands.
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IF IT WON'T CLEAN AT .040 I HAVE HAD THEM DONE AT .060 WITH NO TEMP ISSUES ... KP
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Default Re: Boring a 302 for .60 pistons

No temp issues.But,knowing what it is,I hone to the smallest
size it will clean and order customs.I have been through this alot on race motors.Saves the block longer.Not alot more $,if any.Jeff
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