Glossary / General

long block

12 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A long block is basically a big engine that’s already put together except for the top part. It makes it easier to replace or upgrade an engine because you don’t have to build it from scratch.

Technical Definition

A long block is a pre-assembled engine that includes the crankshaft, pistons, and cylinder heads but not the head gasket or valve train. It’s sold as a ready-to-install unit for rebuilding or upgrading engines.

Hear It Discussed

"For a long block. Yes. I want to back up the right price for a long block in, in olden days, I'm going to go ancient days."
Automotive Experts - Don't Just Use The Cheapest Gas Without Knowing What It Is Under The Hood show 04:03

"[4501.1s] So we just try to tear it down to a long block, but as far as their concern, [4504.1s] they built a whole motor."
Aaron Valencia of Lost Angels Career Center Oil and Whiskey with Roadster Shop 15:01

"At any time you turn it into a long block, you have our chrome baldy push rods that are included in every build..."
6.3L Stroker 6.0 Powerstroke: The Ultimate Tow Build? The Diesel Podcast 10:01