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Old 06-30-2016, 11:35 PM   #56
aonemarine
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Default Re: New block, a further discussion

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Originally Posted by flatheadmurre View Post
When we´re talking low series and not to damn cost sensitive with the goal to produce an authentic replica my vote goes to cast iron with a high nickel content that would make a real good block still looking like it should and stronger with less chance to crack then original.
I know what you mean. but for simplicity from a metallurgical standpoint.... well Iron can be pretty damn sensitive....
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