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Merlin Cast Iron Big Block Chevy Gen VI Bare Block
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WORLD PRODUCTSPART NUMBER: 955-091103

Merlin Cast Iron Big Block Chevy Gen VI Bare Block

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4.245 in. Bore
Merlin Cast Iron Engine Bare Block
  • Big Block Chevy Gen VI
  • 1-Piece Rear Main Seal
  • 4.245 in. Bore
  • 9.800 in. Deck Height
  • Standard Cam Journal
  • Nodular Iron Splayed Main Caps

    Features

    • Material: High-Density Cast Iron
    • Deck Height: 9.800 in.
    • Deck Thickness: .600 in. minimum
    • Cam Bearings: 2.120 in. journal bore
    • Main Bearings: Standard
    • Camshaft Location: Stock
    • Lifter Bores: Indexed (stock .8437 in. bore) requires +.300 tall lifters
    • Bore: 4.245 in. 
    • Maximum Bore: 4.625 in.
    • Cylinder Wall Thickness: .250 in. at 4.600 in. bore
    • Water Jackets: Expanded to provide better cooling
    • Lubrication: Priority main oiling system
    • Filtration: Integral mount for spin-on filter
    • Crank Clearance: 9.800 in. 4.375 in. stroke
    • Main Caps: Nodular iron 4-bolts splayed, stepped registers w/ ring dowels
    • Mark IV style fuel pump mount
    • Gen VI rear main seal, oil pan bolt pattern, timing cover bolt pattern
    • Starter: OEM mount
    • Motor Mounts: Dual (front and side)
    • Cylinder Head Holes: Blind tapped to prevent leaks
    • Weight: 270 lbs.
    • Accepts Mark IV, Gen V, or Gen VI cylinder heads

    Emissions Note:

    This part is only legal for sale and use on Uncontrolled (Non-Emissions Controlled) Vehicles or on vehicles used solely for the purposes of closed competition racing.

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    • Enhanced Vortec Gen VI Bare Block

      World Products is offering a Gen VI big-block compatible design that has been engineered for maximum durability and strength. This block uses a Gen VI one-piece rear main seal, oil pan rail, and front cover bolt pattern. Gen VI Big Blocks can utilize either the OE style hydraulic roller lifters or +.300 in. tall tie bar lifters. A unique feature on these bare blocks is the Mark IV style fuel pump boss to adopt a mechanical fuel pump with ease. The orientation of the water jacket and deck surface design will accommodate either Mark IV, Gen V, or Gen VI style cylinder heads, providing for maximum strength and versatility. 

    Part TypeEngine Block
    Product LineWorld Products Big Block Chevy Gen VI Merlin Cast Iron Block
    BrandWORLD PRODUCTS
    Package Width270.0
    Weight270.0 PG
    Part CategoryPerformance Parts
    Part FitmentSemi Universal
    Vendor Part Number091103
    Package Qty1
    Package TypeEA
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