Hi Dave,
Yeah, that was my confusion. I went back through my books, and I'm just not
familiar enough with the A-block to know how it fell in the order of
engines. My assumption was wrong.
So-
Your email is a keeper too!
Thanks for the info,
Charles.
On 7/18/10 2:52 AM, "Dave Homstad" <dhomstad@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Charles,
>
> "a Poly block 318- which is 'basically' a B-Block, not the LA-based 318."
> This is not correct. The early 318 is an "A" block. This family includes 277,
> 301, 303, 318, 326. The LA, or Late A, series is related to the A series and
> share many interchangeable parts. This family includes 273, 318, 340, 360. The
> primary difference is the heads. The A heads were a Poly design and the LA
> heads are a wedge design.
>
> The B series is totally unrelated to the A series and a completely different
> design. This family includes 350, 361, 383, 400. The RB series, or Raised B
> block, is a stroked B. This group includes 413, 426, 440, and a rare long
> stroke 383.
>
> Dave Homstad
> 56 Dodge D500
>
> ---- Charles Pollock <cpollock2@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>> Hi Ron,
>> Yeah, I'll make a note. The link on the Mancini site shows it for 'all
>> V6/V8's. I know that they are similar. The B/RB block is a different
>> piece. I took the 318 you referred to as meaning a Poly block 318- which is
>> 'basically' a B-Block, not the LA-based 318. I was under the impression the
>> 318/361/383 were all basically based on the same block from the timeframe.
>> So, I stand corrected.
>> That's a keeper for me too!
>>
>> Charles.
>>
>>
>>
>> On 7/17/10 2:19 PM, "Ron Waters" <ronbo97@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>>
>>>
>>> Hey Chuck -
>>>
>>> Lotsa good info here. This email is a 'keeper'.
>>>
>>> Yes, I plan to have my machine shop install the bushing when I have the
>>> block rebuilt.
>>>
>>> The only correction to what you have here is that my bushing is part
>>> no.1324281. The part no. you listed, 1737725, is for B blocks. My engine is
>>> a 326, which is based on the 318.
>>>
>>> Ron
>>>
>>>
>>>> Hi Ron,
>>>> That is the driveshaft bushing that the others have spoke of. It is also
>>>> called an Intermediate Shaft Bushing, or Oil Pump Driveshaft Bushing.
>>>> You will need to replace the bushing.
>>>> There is a discussion about replacing it here:
>>>> http://www.moparchat.com/forums/showthread.php?t=59897
>>>> Or here:
>>>>
>>> http://www.moparmusclemagazine.com/howto/mopp_0101_how_to_resto_spec_build_a
>>>> _340_engine/index.html
>>>>
>>>> It is available from multiple sources, as it is used in all V6-V8's, the
>>> 2.2
>>>> and 2.5 mopar 4 cyl, and all the way up to the Magnum engines. So, you
>>> can
>>>> get it from the dealer, Mancini Racing, or any number of parts houses
>>>> (AutoZone, Advanced Auto, etc should be able to order it.).
>>>> Mancini has it here:
>>>>
>>>> http://chucker54.stores.yahoo.net/inshbuv1.html
>>>> Or
>>>> Part number would be P1737725 for a dealer or any other parts source you
>>> may
>>>> want to use (Summit, Jegs, Etc). Might have to drop the P, but that is
>>> what
>>>> I have found.
>>>>
>>>> The REAL issue is that it needs to be installed with a special tool that
>>>> will seat it properly. It has to be burnished into place. It cannot be
>>>> just dropped in, or pounded in with a drift. You can google for the tool,
>>>> as it is common.
>>>> Summit Racing carries it-
>>>> http://www.summitracing.com/parts/OTC-6293/
>>>>
>>>> The problem is, it is expensive, so if you are going to do LOTS of
>>> rebuilds,
>>>> it is worth it. If not, well, it's not. The solution is simple. If you
>>>> have not yet done so, when you send the block out to have it cleaned,
>>>> degreased, honed, etc, just supply the machine shop with the bushing and
>>>> have them install it. I've never seen a machine shop yet who could not do
>>>> this- as this bushing set-up is common to MOST american engines. And, the
>>>> bushing is CHEAP- so no reason NOT to change it.
>>>>
>>>> Have Fun,
>>>> Charles
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On 7/16/10 8:49 PM, "Ron Waters" <ronbo97@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>>>>
>>>>> OK, the shaft is out.
>>>>>
>>>>> The block was mounted on an engine stand. I rotated the block 180
>>> degrees so
>>>>> that it was upside down, then I drove the shaft out with a screwdriver.
>>> It
>>>>> came out with a T-shaped copper bushing attached. The bushing is 1" wide
>>> by
>>>>> 1.25 " tall. This is what the shaft was stuck on.
>>>>>
>>>>> Initially, the bushing was stuck on the shaft. But I managed to remove
>>> it
>>>>> without damage. Is this bushing easily available ? Should I reuse it, or
>>> get
>>>>> a new one ?
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks,
>>>>>
>>>>> Ron
>>>>>
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