52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

I have all the parts for a merc motor just no block (frozen motor long ago) i think i can put the crank in a 8ba block , will there be any problems ?

thanks
kurt

Re: 52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

crank casting no k1208
kurt

Re: 52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

blocks/con rods are the same pistons are merc specific to use with 4" throw on the crankshaft

Re: 52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

All 8BA family blocks are basically interchangeable as was mentioned even though they sometimes have some minor differences. The only difference in a 1952 crank and the ones prior to 1951 is the capability to fit a torque converter & automatic transmission.

Re: 52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

You can also put it in a 59AB block.

Re: 52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

Done that 25 years ago. From memory I used full floating bearings from the 59ab and crank and pistons from the merc engine a friend gave me.

Re: 52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

The crank should fit all 2.498 Blocks made from late 38 up. and even the 36Lb up when turned down to 2.398. These blocks may need alittle clearance for the rods.

Re: 52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

kurt .....Just to be perfectly clear, there is NO DIFFERENCE between a Ford & a Mercury bare block manufactured between 1948 (trucks) and 1953. They're ALL the same cast block! Only difference (internally) is the crankshaft, pistons & camshaft. DD

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Re: 52 merc crank in 8ba block
 

Thanks everyone thought i might need to relieve bottom of cyl, seems that i don't.
thanks kurt