>>I putting a stock 5bolt 289 engine in my Tiger. The engine has been
>>rebuilt (stock) and bored .040.
>> Thanks, John
>
> My Tiger II came with a stock 6 bolt 289. There is little difference
>in the cooling required for the 260 and the 289. If your 260 ran cool then
>the 289 probably will also. If you overheated on the 260 then you have the
>same problem. Recommend at the minimum having your original radiator
>core replaced with a new modern core.
>Jim Barrett Tiger II 351C and others
John,
My engine builder is very reluctant to bore a SB Ford beyond .030" over.
Anything beyond that is prone to having cooling problems, so Jim's good
advice on the core should be followed.
Bob Melusky
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