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Old 03-22-2024, 09:44 AM   #24
Bored&Stroked
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Default Re: Break-in gone wrong!

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Originally Posted by Ken/Alabama View Post
I’m wondering if it blew a plug out of one of the rod throws on the crankshaft. Keep us posted.
That is a real possibility! That happened to me on my very first stroker flathead (when I was 15).

Luckily, I saw the oil pressure drop and shut it down. Pulled the pan and there was one of those dang soft plugs in the pan. Knocked a new one in (made sure the 'peen' around the edges a bit more than the shop did) and Bob was your Uncle. I did NOT have any bearing issues . . . but I also didn't run it long enough for the engine to start seizing up.

Actually, I hope this is the issue! LOL
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