Blown block
03-25-2017, 03:33 PM
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Blown block I have a 2002 ws6 that the block blew. So I took it to a shop and the offered me a 6.oL bored out to a 6.2, it was off of a Silverado ss. Now the tires keep wearing out so I've tried taking to to get aligned but they say they couldn't.. is it possible that the new engine is to heave and need stronger springs
03-30-2017, 12:37 PM
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The weight difference between an aluminum block and an iron block is around 110 lbs. Less than that of the average adult. I doubt that the weight is lowering the car to the point that your camber is so far off you're wearing your tires.
Find a decent alignment shop (I would avoid Les Schwab if you can) and have them give it an alignment.
Find a decent alignment shop (I would avoid Les Schwab if you can) and have them give it an alignment.
03-30-2017, 01:03 PM
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I have a 2002 ws6 that the block blew. So I took it to a shop and the offered me a 6.oL bored out to a 6.2, it was off of a Silverado ss. Now the tires keep wearing out so I've tried taking to to get aligned but they say they couldn't.. is it possible that the new engine is to heave and need stronger springs
The engine weight is negligible. As HappySalesman said, it weighs about the same as your average female passenger... it's not harming anything.
