So the marina informed me that the Block is cracked on my 5.0L MPI engine, due to ?winterization issues?.
I have checked the archives and there is a lot of information out there on JB Welding the block etc? But if you want it done right it appears most people agree that the block should be replaced. A few questions I have, what is the difference between the Short Block and the Long Block, and what are the advantages of replacing one over the other?
Is there anything else I should make sure they replace or check when they are doing the repairs? Note the Marina is very small and they have a part time mechanic that will be doing the work (they are paying for the repairs, due to the fact that they were paid to winterize and store the boat). Since the marina is small and they are paying for the repairs themselves they obviously want to do things as inexpensively as possible.
Any suggestions / advice is very much appreciated.
I have checked the archives and there is a lot of information out there on JB Welding the block etc? But if you want it done right it appears most people agree that the block should be replaced. A few questions I have, what is the difference between the Short Block and the Long Block, and what are the advantages of replacing one over the other?
Is there anything else I should make sure they replace or check when they are doing the repairs? Note the Marina is very small and they have a part time mechanic that will be doing the work (they are paying for the repairs, due to the fact that they were paid to winterize and store the boat). Since the marina is small and they are paying for the repairs themselves they obviously want to do things as inexpensively as possible.
Any suggestions / advice is very much appreciated.