Long vs short block..
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Long vs short block..
I have read on some posts either here are at TDR about short or long block engines.. What is the difference? and if applicable, which are in which trucks (2nd generation)??<br><br>thanks<br>
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Re:Long vs short block..
Dunno how it applies to a Cummins - but a "shortblock" is usually the BLOCK only, less head(s) or external attachments such as intake/exhaust manifolds.
A LONGBLOCK usually includes the complete block/head(s), but still without other external bolt-on components...
Either/both terms are normally applied to REPLACEMENT engines, due to normal wear or catastrophic failure...
A LONGBLOCK usually includes the complete block/head(s), but still without other external bolt-on components...
Either/both terms are normally applied to REPLACEMENT engines, due to normal wear or catastrophic failure...
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Re:Long vs short block..
OK.. that makes sense.. the posts i read were about engine failures and replacement engines..<br><br>I thought (there i go again trying to use this brain) that it referred to literally a long or short (length wise) block<br><br>thanks<br><br>
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Re:Long vs short block..
[quote author=Gary - KJ6Q link=board=4;threadid=17451;start=0#163384 date=1059006513]<br>...catastrophic failure...[/quote]<br><br>Like that definition for a blown engine. 
<br><br>Stan
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