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55 Casting on block (Bad or is it just 53)

Old Jul 29, 2007 | 01:22 PM
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55 Casting on block (Bad or is it just 53)

I went to look at a 2001 Ram and the casting number on the block was 55, is that a good or bad block? I know the 53 is to be avoided but it seems like I have heard something about 55 too.
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 01:28 PM
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Block #53 is the only bad block. At least it's the only one which cracks in normal conditions.

#55 is a good block.
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Old Jul 29, 2007 | 03:38 PM
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Yep, 55 is good, run it like you stole it.
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