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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 06:47 PM
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Is there a difference between a BBC Mark IV block and a standard BBC block. Are all BBC blocks the same when adding accessories like water pumps and fuel pumps.
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Old Feb 15, 2006 | 07:38 PM
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Mark IV is the "standard block". It was used from 1965 until early 90's. New blocks are GEN V and GEN VI.

Mark IV come in many different flavors. Short deck and tall deck (big truck). Also the different castings have different max cylinder diameters. A 396 block cannot be bored out to the 454 bore (4.25") for example. If you're looking at used blocks the best thing is to get the casting number and check it at www.mortec.com.
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Old Feb 16, 2006 | 07:07 PM
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Quick ID.. Mark IV block has bolt on mechanical fuel pump and 2 piece rear main seal.. Mark V has no boss for fuel pump and 1 piece rear main seal
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