Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 10:33 AM
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From what has been said about these blocks, the fact that MM has closed up shop was not supposed to affect the availability of these blocks. I think the Chicago Connection was supposed to be a dealer for them. Maybe give them a call and see what the deal is? http://www.chicagoconnection.us/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=1There is at least one member here who has one (can't recall his handle), but has not had the engine built yet.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 11:06 AM
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Just a fyi I ordered one last July and still haven't got mine yet. I've been getting the run around for the last couple months. In my pursuit to get my block I've spoken with some guys on FB that have had similar issues. One guy had to spend a lot of money on extra machine work to get his right I think he just got the motor together but hasn't run it. Another guys block is it best machine being checked for issues now. I heard they were having casting issues but the info I've been getting is they've fixed those issues. If and when I get my block it's supposed to be this weekend Its going right to the machine shop for a once over.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 12:18 PM
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Polyspheric I haven't felt comfortable with this deal for months and have kept detailed records of all communications with the seller. Just in case I need to take legal action, payment was made via credit card and a claim will be filed if need be.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 12:31 PM
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Credit card chargebacks have a very limited time frame. I hope it works out and you don't need to test that limit.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 02:43 PM
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I saw this photo on Faceboogie. Are these the blocks in this thread? Not sure what these blocks are, but it's not at Barton according to the guy that posted the photo.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 03:13 PM
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I saw this photo on Faceboogie. Are these the blocks in this thread? Not sure what these blocks are, but it's not at Barton according to the guy that posted the photo. Yes those look to be THE BLOCK the Bradshaw family out of Indiana is who was working with MM and the shop I'm dealing with on getting the blocks cast and machined mr_340 do you happen to have a link to that FB page so I can investigate you can pm or post it but I do appreciate it.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 03:37 PM
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"Do we really have to watch this kind of sad parade again? 1. announcement! 2. delay 3. price increase 4. delay 5. price increase 6. delay 7. problems 8. $$$$$$$$ to fix problems"
Not me. I'm too old to play hide the bologna with good parts or use something that I know is going to break. I have other plans. Just waiting to see what the budget is.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 04:07 PM
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I have one. It has some issues but nothing that scares me. What scares me if there is something I don't know of. BES (Bischoff) is working on fixing it.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/01/18 07:24 PM
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I have one. It has some issues but nothing that scares me. What scares me if there is something I don't know of. BES (Bischoff) is working on fixing it. What are said issues?
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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05/02/18 04:30 PM
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If it was this tough to cast a block, there would be oil and water squirting out of the wrong places on half the cars driving up and down the highway. I don't know how to do it, but it looks like someone does.
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Re: Who has used the new MM block?
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If it was this tough to cast a block, there would be oil and water squirting out of the wrong places on half the cars driving up and down the highway. I don't know how to do it, but it looks like someone does. Huge difference in process and tooling between production and low volume stuff...
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