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I just discovered my new ARP main cap bolts are too long. As it turns out, I must have a block earlier than mid 59. After that, Ford deepened the main cap bolt depth. I was told go to your friendly machine shop and have them deepen the main cap threads. I just got off the phone with them and they said they have never heard of this operation and are reluctant to go forward with the process.
I can certainly use the existing bolts or find new of the same length. I was told the existing bolts are really too short for a high performance engine. The ARP bolts are only available in the longer length. I could try and find another machine shop familiar with the operation.
My engine will have 10:1 compression, a performance cam, and 3-2bbl carbs. I may, if given the opportunity see my quarter mile time or run it on a chassis dyno. Otherwise the engine will not see much severe action.
OK guys. Need your advice and opinions.
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