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End Play Jayson Fleming, Roseville, MI, 1964 Dodge Dart GT 340 I recently removed this 340 due to lack of power. During inspecting I found the thrust face bearing was wiped out so bad that the crank could travel about .040-.050 end…

Tech Question Mike Mulvaney, Altamont, IL, 1976 truck D200 225 I worked in a shop that ground crankshafts, cams, rods...Ihave never come across a steel 340 crank. I know that we have 318 steelcranks, and it seems the 360 has…

Tech Question Dale Hynes, Prince George, BC, Canada, 1969 Valiant Signet 318 I have a question which has vexed me for some time, about 318 cranks. Ihave read many books and surfed online sites to find out the true nature ofthe 318…

Tech Question Keith, Brewster, NY, 1970 dodge dart 360 Did the 360 motor ever come with a forged crank? I have a1980 360 cop motor and I was wondering about this. Thanks for your help. Keith- Never. All 360s, from 1971…

Tech Question Dave Bertrand, Hamilton, Canada, 1972 Plymouth Scamp 340 I have a 1972 Scamp. The car has 1970 340 with a 904automatic and a 8.75 sure grip with 3:23.1. I plan on installing a 833 4speed trans. My question is: Do all…