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The NEW KB block #2474380
03/30/18 02:08 PM
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To those that don't know, I'm wedgeFED's Dad. And I have his new KB low deck wedge solid block in my shop. I've had almost a week to look it over and check it out. This block is a work of art. The entire block has been deburred,every machined area or surface could not be any better. Main bores, lifter bores, threads perfect. Even put a light in the oil passages. All the transition points are flawless, no burrs! The cylinders still have .010 left in them per my son's request

Everyone responsible for the production of this block, should be very proud. I know from experience that the cost of this block has to be astronomical. To the owners: honesty and integrity is the foundation for any successful business. Trust in God. and good luck to you

Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2474865
03/31/18 01:41 PM
03/31/18 01:41 PM
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Good to hear, thanks for sharing with us.

Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2474974
03/31/18 06:24 PM
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Good to know.


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Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2482294
04/13/18 08:10 PM
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I just wanted to share with everyone that the new owners of KB have bent over backwards to make my block deal right. Had a little hiccup with head studs and Tim Banning jumped right on it and had another set of studs shipped to me in a very timely manner. Everything is perfect and I am a very happy Guy. Hats off to Tim and Darren and everyone else involved for such a great product and excellent customer service. Todd Marsh has also helped me out a lot with things that he did not need to do and is always there to help. Next post will be of things happening with the dragster.

Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2482334
04/13/18 10:07 PM
04/13/18 10:07 PM
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Geez, 4 days from merpar's post and only a few replies.

Compared to all the bashing that went on with this block ( and I understand why to you guys that were owed blocks ) but man I thought there would be a whole lot more happy people.

Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2482345
04/13/18 10:39 PM
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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I agree with Transman. Merpar, can you post some pics of the block? And updates on your progress would be great.


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Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2482357
04/13/18 11:10 PM
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Well the money tree needs to grow, I WANT ONE !!!!


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Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2482363
04/13/18 11:34 PM
04/13/18 11:34 PM
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Any idea on time and costs on one of them luck


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Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2482364
04/13/18 11:36 PM
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My son and I ( WedgeFED ) will be posting lots of pics I'm sure. His project, a front engine dragster. With the new KB block, will be 510". Mine is a rebuild after a blown engine, then contact with both walls in Las Vegas in 2011. Its a 73' 350 SL mercedes. Now with a low deck solid KB block. Comes in at 483". Being painted this weekend after a long, long rebuild. Yeah ozy, I think my money tree died. Know where I could get a new one?

Re: The NEW KB block [Re: A727Tflite] #2482448
04/14/18 08:49 AM
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Originally Posted By Transman
Geez, 4 days from merpar's post and only a few replies.

Compared to all the bashing that went on with this block ( and I understand why to you guys that were owed blocks ) but man I thought there would be a whole lot more happy people.


The members who are owed blocks are rightfully skeptical, and most likely feeling burned and too P'ed off to respond. As for others replying, if you're not part of that clique the replies will be few if any.


Great news, BTW. I hope he posts pictures, ASAP!!!

Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2483389
04/16/18 12:17 AM
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The Merpar...

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Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2483449
04/16/18 02:55 AM
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laugh2..... that is pretty dang cool!

Re: The NEW KB block [Re: merpar] #2483481
04/16/18 09:05 AM
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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I like it. Something different. You should have campaigned that to Mopar when Daimler was involved!


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Re: The NEW KB block [Re: WedgeFED] #2483490
04/16/18 09:39 AM
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Very nice ride, I remember the car in Vegas.



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Re: The NEW KB block [Re: WedgeFED] #2483687
04/16/18 04:32 PM
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oh yeah!







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