Yes Dave, I have yet to see 525 pounds of cast iron "split" into pieces. Even if you tied it to a couple of D8 Cats in opposite directions I doubt you could tear any engine block apart. rolleyes This from a former Heavy Equipment Operator and Metal Worker.

There's a few videos of 2000hp, 100psi boosted tractor pullers shearing the head bolts off and throwing parts everywhere, is that what you were doing with the 273?


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