Cement filled block

This may be a stupid question but why would someone fill the engine with concrete and how could you run and engine that was filled?

Not really "concrete".

http://www.hardblok.com/

It's usually used on race-only applications because it reduces the amount of water inside the block - and the cooling ability. But one can fill the block to different levels. Heat isn't as big of a factor at the lower ends of the cylinders.

Do some research & testing before trying to "dissolve" whatever is in the block. The chemical make-up may be too different from real concrete for it to work properly.