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Old 10-08-2012   #76
Jagdpanzer
 
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Default Re: 368...should I, could I, would I

When comparing cost of a complete overhaul, with new OEM pistons, liners and rings, going the 368 route with good quality aftermarket piston/rings, rods and ductal iron liners is not significanty more expensive and has its advantages. Besides a little more displacement you can up the compression ratio to 12:1 for more power & torque and hone the liners installed the block using a modern deck plate honing methods for better piston and ring fit which helps with oil control. Aftermarket pistons also allow you to go with longer rods with the advantages a higher rod length ratio brings.
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