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360 block question #2325885
06/23/17 08:20 PM
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When did Chrysler stop using the 340 mold for the 360??? Ive read 71 was the only year, then I also have seen 70-73 360s where cast using the 340 mold witch would equal thicker cylinder walls, any input would be great Thanks!

Re: 360 block question [Re: 10sec.dart] #2325913
06/23/17 09:24 PM
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73 the last year, when they stopped making 340s. Casting numbers are what you look at.


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Re: 360 block question [Re: 10sec.dart] #2325922
06/23/17 09:53 PM
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So they used the 340 mold for the 360 up to 73?

Re: 360 block question [Re: 10sec.dart] #2325949
06/23/17 11:15 PM
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I think the only way to be sure is to sonic check.


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Re: 360 block question [Re: 10sec.dart] #2325955
06/23/17 11:44 PM
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Up to and including. The early casting number is 3418496 IIRC. Might have shown up in some '74s too. Sonic check is a good idea on any of the older stuff.


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Re: 360 block question [Re: 10sec.dart] #2325994
06/24/17 02:04 AM
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Sonic test it. I have a 74 360 block that is thicker than my 71 340 block. Same shop, same tester, same day.

Re: 360 block question [Re: 10sec.dart] #2326271
06/25/17 12:32 AM
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If it's the early block, that would be correct due to the smaller bore.


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