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Larry Hill · 04-03-2025, 07:57 AM

For longevity of the block it might be best to start with a deck clearance of .010 to .015 if gaskets are available to bring the number to .048. If is easier to skim cut the block in the future than to shorten the rods or de-stroke the crank to get to the legal numbers.

04-03-2025, 07:57 AM	#7
Larry Hill Live Reporter Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hickory, Ky Posts: 10,626 Likes: 1,916 Liked 10,674 Times in 2,219 Posts	Re: 139 hp 302 ford help For longevity of the block it might be best to start with a deck clearance of .010 to .015 if gaskets are available to bring the number to .048. If is easier to skim cut the block in the future than to shorten the rods or de-stroke the crank to get to the legal numbers. __________________ IHM Used Parts https://ihmusedparts.com 888-821-1817