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russtford · 01-06-2013, 06:34 PM

I have several 8ba blocks (a couple Merc) and I want to build one to put in my 35 Sedan.I( know there is a lot of info out there, but I met a fellow a couple years ago from Okla. City. who appeared to be quite knowledgeable. I can't spend the family jewels, and I want to do as much as I can myself. Anyone know who this fellow is? Any secrets to success? Thanks, Russ

Rich Z · 01-06-2013, 06:45 PM

the first thing that you need to do is take your block in to have it hot tanked and have it magnaflexed. you need to start with a good block. the ones that you have may be bad good luck ...Rich

Fe26 · 01-06-2013, 06:52 PM

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x2 on that. I tested three blocks (all I had) before my Engine Builder took pity on me and sold me one from his stock.

You have a plan, but the first step is a good block. Step two is to be found right here, there is a wealth of information and help here on Fordbarn.

01-06-2013, 06:34 PM	#1
russtford Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 19	Merc 8ba overhaul I have several 8ba blocks (a couple Merc) and I want to build one to put in my 35 Sedan.I( know there is a lot of info out there, but I met a fellow a couple years ago from Okla. City. who appeared to be quite knowledgeable. I can't spend the family jewels, and I want to do as much as I can myself. Anyone know who this fellow is? Any secrets to success? Thanks, Russ

01-06-2013, 06:45 PM	#2
Rich Z Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 2	Re: Merc 8ba overhaul the first thing that you need to do is take your block in to have it hot tanked and have it magnaflexed. you need to start with a good block. the ones that you have may be bad good luck ...Rich

01-06-2013, 06:52 PM	#3
Fe26 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 949	Re: Merc 8ba overhaul Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) x2 on that. I tested three blocks (all I had) before my Engine Builder took pity on me and sold me one from his stock. You have a plan, but the first step is a good block. Step two is to be found right here, there is a wealth of information and help here on Fordbarn.