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Posted by Billy Bob (Member # 9412) on :
 
I don't know what it is and was wondering?
 

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Posted by phildog (Member # 1214) on :
 
Typically, a 'roller block' is an engine block set up from the factory for simple installation of a hydraulic roller cam. It will have the proper provisions for securing and lubricating the lifters without any aftermarket parts.
 

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Posted by MaK_1967v8 (Member # 12187) on :
 
^^^ what he said.
 

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Posted by KevinK (Member # 9234) on :
 
The late 85 5.0 block was said to be a roller block but no roller hardware was used yet at that time.
 

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Posted by wilit (Member # 3367) on :
 
In my case, the block has been in my garage on rollers so long, I'm beginning to think it'll never get finished.
 

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Posted by 84SVOrick (Member # 9039) on :
 
means the pistons roll
 

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Posted by Stanced Stang (Member # 11891) on :
 

quote:

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Originally posted by KevinK:
The late 85 5.0 block was said to be a roller block but no roller hardware was used yet at that time.

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Close, but no cigar. 1985 was the first year for the roller cam, last year with a carb, I have one.
 

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Posted by 4IDFOX (Member # 9921) on :
 

quote:

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Originally posted by KevinK:
The late 85 5.0 block was said to be a roller block but no roller hardware was used yet at that time.

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