Yes, already planning. I’m trying to make up my mind. I’m definitely building another stroker, this time with an ARC crank. I’m trying to decide if I want to build a model 15, a 3” Tillotson, or another flathead. The flathead will be cheaper since I already have all the external stuff but I’m running against stroker animals.It's tough to weld cast, let alone make it last. Your weld, no doubt, was much better/stronger than the cast crank itself.
I had an open flathead big bore block break right at the bottom of the cylinder (back in the old thin block days.) Looked similar to yours in the end. It's fun building (and running) these old school beasts, but not so fun when they decide to come apart.
Sorry for your loss.
I'm sure you are already planning your next build though.
The are not many rules in your class, but it states that it must be either a flathead or animal engine. No model 15 blocks.Yes, already planning. I’m trying to make up my mind. I’m definitely building another stroker, this time with an ARC crank. I’m trying to decide if I want to build a model 15, a 3” Tillotson, or another flathead. The flathead will be cheaper since I already have all the external stuff but I’m running against stroker animals.
Oh come on man, . Most likely it will be another flathead.The are not many rules in your class, but it states that it must be either a flathead or animal engine. No model 15 blocks.
But it's easier to make power with the OHV -- and it tends to last a bit longer.Flatheads sound better.