I am considering looking for a junkyard 360 for my budget bracket Dart (no street driving). I'll be replacing a really tired '74 360. Except for using my intake, headers, and distributor, plug and play would be ideal. What would be the best year(s) to look for?
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Brian Hafliger
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usually pre 73 have thicker mains. But I've seen the bores all over the place.
While that may be true, any year 360 is a fine one for a budget bracket racer. I'd consider a few things while looking;
Low miles
A Pre-Magnum engine for the roller cam
A Magnum engine, though you can not oil through the block.
Newer engines have a slightly higher piston height which can help out some. Bring a mic/dial caliper and a flat edge to measure the piston depth if possible. (Head comes off)
If you can hear it run, great!
If not, the gamble is on.
Low miles
A Pre-Magnum engine for the roller cam
A Magnum engine, though you can not oil through the block.
Newer engines have a slightly higher piston height which can help out some. Bring a mic/dial caliper and a flat edge to measure the piston depth if possible. (Head comes off)
If you can hear it run, great!
If not, the gamble is on.
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