Please define what a LSJ Shortblock would include

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Jul 26, 2009 | 10:16 PM

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Sorry, noob questions here:

What is the purpose of a shortblock? Why would anybody want one?

Jul 26, 2009 | 10:17 PM

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Sorry, noob questions here:

What is the purpose of a shortblock? Why would anybody want one?

maybe they blew up their's and need another. or as a base for a built engine

Jul 26, 2009 | 10:18 PM

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I thought the LSJ was a longblock?

Jul 26, 2009 | 10:21 PM

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If you ask Wiki this is the reply you get:

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A short block is the portion of the engine block below the head gasket but above the oil pan. A flathead engine will also include the cam and valvetrain. The overhead valve style of engine will not include the aforementioned parts on the shortblock. A shortblock is usually purchased to upgrade the water jacket, piston size or bore. Assemblies typically include the crankshaft installed and balanced along with the main bearing.

Jul 26, 2009 | 10:26 PM

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wow, id def. be pissed...but hopefully the seller refunds u the difference or take his bare block back for a full refund

Jul 26, 2009 | 10:27 PM

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I thought the LSJ was a longblock?

longblock is a full engine, including cylinder head etc.

a shortblock is just the bottom end rotating assembly

this goes for all engines, not just LSJ

Jul 26, 2009 | 10:28 PM

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shortblock obviously is complete lower motor. block, girdle, crank, rods, pistons, oil pan. no accessories or head.

not a good idea to **** over someone who plays with bombs for a living imo

QFT this scammer must have ***** of steel.

i would never **** with anyone that has explosives at his disposal.

Jul 26, 2009 | 10:35 PM

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longblock is a full engine, including cylinder head etc.

a shortblock is just the bottom end rotating assembly

this goes for all engines, not just LSJ

Just to make sure I understand: short block + head = long block?

Jul 27, 2009 | 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by domin8_gt

Just to make sure I understand: short block + head = long block?

Bingo! Yep you have it. Now if you ever blow your motor or want to build the bottom end, you have the ability to decifer the difference between a shortblock and a longblock.

Jul 27, 2009 | 01:23 AM

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a shortblock is the block, crank, rod, pistons, ect. basicly everything bellow the head gasket, may or may not include the oil pan depending on the supplier or engine type.

a longblock is a shortblock that includes the head, valvetrain, ect, may or may not come with oil pan, valve covers, intake manifold or exhaust manifolds

the above goes for any type of engine.

Jul 27, 2009 | 04:27 AM

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Well, looks like we have worked things out, so name calling is not necessary. Looks like I will be receiving a refund and the person will be picking up their block.

I am glad that we are all on the same page as to what a shortblock consists of. To those who didn't know, take this as an educational experience so you know exactly what you are buying if you ever order one.