how do you fix a cracked engine block?

**blk-ws6** · 05-16-2007, 11:26 AM

hey guys theres a ws6 i might buy but it has a cracked engine block.. how do you fix that? thanks

***Ed Blown Vert*** · 05-16-2007, 11:28 AM

Originally Posted by blk-ws6

hey guys theres a ws6 i might buy but it has a cracked engine block.. how do you fix that? thanks

New engine?

**intheclouds1977** · 05-16-2007, 11:38 AM

A little super glue should work just fine!

**clg82** · 05-16-2007, 11:40 AM

Buy a new one.

**blk-ws6** · 05-16-2007, 11:47 AM

thats what i was scared of..... ok if the cracked block has alot of bolton mods and stuff would i be able to use them on the new engine or is everything on the engine shot?

**bigboykilroy** · 05-16-2007, 11:54 AM

it mostly worth its weight in scrap...

**BIG D's SS** · 05-16-2007, 11:56 AM

Originally Posted by blk-ws6

thats what i was scared of..... ok if the cracked block has alot of bolton mods and stuff would i be able to use them on the new engine or is everything on the engine shot?

All the bolt ons will transfer over to a new engine.

**blk-ws6** · 05-16-2007, 12:00 PM

ok last couple questions .. how much would a new ls1 engine go for?? and how exactly does a block crack?? thanks guys

**2000T/A Guru** · 05-16-2007, 12:11 PM

As for transfer of parts the internals could be good they could not be there is no way to tell what is useable and what isnt with out ripping that thing apart. As for bolt ons they should be fine.

**bigboykilroy** · 05-16-2007, 12:13 PM

brand new LS1 long block 3,800.00
Shortblock 402LS1 4,500.00 up to 12,000.00

Salvage yard @ 2,500 but thats with everything.

Depends, if the engine was turo, super, Developed a knock and just kept driving it, dud casting,

***Ed Blown Vert*** · 05-16-2007, 12:35 PM

Originally Posted by blk-ws6

ok last couple questions .. how much would a new ls1 engine go for?? and how exactly does a block crack?? thanks guys

I wouldn't do a stock block. Go with a forged set up.

**2000T/A Guru** · 05-16-2007, 12:52 PM

Its a waste of money to get a ls1 long block stock.

**wnmech** · 05-16-2007, 01:48 PM

I dont know how true it is but An engine rebuilding service here in Texas told me the aluminum LS block can be welded if it the crack doesnt go to any sharp corners like around the oil pan or where it meets the heads. He was going to weld my block but the rod went thru the block where it meets the oil pan

**Mike's TA** · 05-16-2007, 02:29 PM

I'd look for a new WS6. Or get them to give you one hell of a deal considering how much you may have to spend to have a running vehicle.

**KiD WiCKeD** · 05-16-2007, 02:30 PM

You can get a 383ci Stroker Short Block from Texas Speed for $3,719. Comes with Eagle Crank, Eagle Rods, Mahle Pistons. Very strong, reliable, and cost effective way to go. Most everything else you have should bolt right up. Get a new cam/lifter set along with a new timing chain, then bolt up your old stuff, be good to go.

**intheclouds1977** · 05-16-2007, 02:30 PM

How the hell do you crack an LS1 engine block anyway? That thing is reinforced out the ying-yang.

**blk-ws6** · 05-16-2007, 02:54 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ponti...19423044QQrdZ1

this was the car i was looking at... think its worth it?

**Mike's TA** · 05-17-2007, 09:03 AM

Originally Posted by blk-ws6

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ponti...19423044QQrdZ1

this was the car i was looking at... think its worth it?

OK CHANGED MY MIND.

I think it's a good deal with all the extras it's coming with. Just get a LS1 block to replace the cracked one. Hopefully that is the only thing that was damaged. You will have one hellamachine for a dirt cheap price.

**third_shift|studios** · 05-17-2007, 09:20 AM

Originally Posted by intheclouds1977

How the hell do you crack an LS1 engine block anyway? That thing is reinforced out the ying-yang.

heat. these aluminum blocks don't handle heat well at all-i warped some heads a while back when the engine peaked over 260 for more than a minute...i'm pretty sure the block took some damage too as the new heads have a tiny leak

**third_shift|studios** · 05-17-2007, 09:23 AM

Originally Posted by Mike's TA

OK CHANGED MY MIND.

I think it's a good deal with all the extras it's coming with. Just get a LS1 block to replace the cracked one. Hopefully that is the only thing that was damaged. You will have one hellamachine for a dirt cheap price.

you know what, that car is rediculous cheap-i think you should go for it. Guy sounds pretty straight up if he posted how the block cracked. Consider the following: a 98 trans am might retail for 11-13k. You get an 11k check from your bank, pay him 6700 and then mod with the rest of the cash. Really-think about it!