396 block

[Kim_Howie]

Joe, The hard problem is the date. It's a two week window

[3macs1]

I see what you mean that would be very hard to find for sure.
take care
joe

[Tommy]

Whats wrong with a 60 over 396 ?

Tommy

[WILMASBOYL78]

I'll have to check the casting date on the engine block in my 68 L78.....assembly date is 6-10-68...1st week of July cowl tag...

wilma

[3macs1]

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Whats wrong with a 60 over 396 ?

Tommy

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Nothing if the block was subjected to a sonic test prior to boring. Early 396's were not consistant with respect to their bores being centered and have to be checked very closely prior to boring.Some would take a 125 overbore where others would destroy themselves if pushed even with a 60 overbore.I have seen a few pistons in the lifter galley and water jackets over the years.
Maybe I am old school but I have not had great luck with bored 396's. Rather than a 408 or what ever it is I would start with a standard 427, unless it is an original motor for a car.Just one mans opinion.

[NovaMob03]

I need one with that date. Let's work something out I sent you a PM

[Drock]

Thanks guy's for all the replys. I wasn't really expecting that much of an intrest. I think i have replyed to everybody thats pm'd me. It doesnt matter what it is anymore, any decent BBC part is hard to find.

[Kim_Howie]

I hope it goes to a good home!!