Re: ENGINE: 327 1948

Posted by Ross On 2010/11/7 22:29:08

Its very good, and quite strong. With good maintenance the bottom end is essentially permanent. At the top end, engines run at high speeds or with poor air filters will suffer top ring breakage when they get to higher mileages.

When rebuilding, always check the gudgeon pin bushings, rod straightness, and the exhaust valve guides.

Head gaskets are not a problem if the studs and nuts have not been ruined by time, corrosion, or mouth-breathing troglodytes masquerading as mechanics.