long block
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.
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.
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"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."
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"[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."
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"I mean, that long block was almost 20 in my fuel system between, because it's an LBZ."
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