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Piston's seized in block

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Disassemble it as far as you can then take it to an automotive machine shop. They'll need to magnaflux and bore the engine and head(s) before you can trust it. They'll get the piston out and if the block isn't damaged beyond repair they can help get your engine back into shape.

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