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More than likely due to the heat generated.
why are engine blocks maid of cast iron
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Why is aluminum used to manufacture engine blocks?
It is lighter than cast iron
What material are Briggs and stratton engine blocks made with?
Cast iron aluminum
Where is iron used in a car?
Cast iron engine blocks, heads, exhaust manifolds, differential housings,
What contains cast iron?
Cast iron contains iron based elements that are used to 'cast' any componants such as cookery pots, pans and also any engine parts such as engine blocks, heads as well as a host of other things
What does cast iron make?
Almost everything that is called 'cast' such as; cast iron pots, cast iron centrplate (some boats use them). Until relatively recently, all engine blocks were cast iron. Most diesel engines are still cast iron.
Where is iron in a car?
Some cars have Cast Iron engine blocks, but nowadays vehicle manufacturers don't really use a lot of iron as its heavy as ****
What are engine blocks made of?
Engine blocks are generally made of cast iron, but they are also made of other materials like aluminum and magnisium. When using softer materials for engine blocks the cylinders are lined with steel sleeves to minimize wear.
Is a 91 S10 2.5L sitting on aluminum or steel blocks?
they don't call the 2.5 the "iron duke" for nothing. it's an cast iron block, cast iron head.
What are cast steels mainly used for?
The primary use of steel casting is to replace cast iron due to the need for a stronger metal. Usually mining machinery and engine cylinder blocks use steel casting.
What can you sell at a junk yard?
Copper, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Aluminum Cans, Appliances, Batteries, Engine Blocks, Transmissions, Tin, Steel, Cast Iron, and cars/trucks
1996 Chevy Beretta with crack in block of engine causing coolant leak how to fix it yourself?
REDBEARD ANSWER:A cracked block cannot be repaired. Either replace the engine or get rid of the car. However, if you're not certain that it's a cracked block you can check the head gasket and/or freeze plugs. In general Detroit engine blocks seem to be a little more durable than some and you don't get quite as many cracked blocks. Head gaskets however are common especially if the engine has overheated.Aluminum blocks can be repaired and welded the same as cast iron the difficulty is in the material being welded and where the crack is. Aluminum can be tig welded cast iron is more difficult as the block has to be heated to near red hot to be welded then there is a good chance the weld will not take but have done this on cast iron heads and welded with a high Nickel rod and it has held.
What is the best way to seal a crack in cast iron or what material adheres to cast iron best?
The miracle cure is called JB Weld. I swear to you, you have or will never find a product with so many used, except for maybe duct tape. It works on cast iron, engine blocks, car exaust pipes and many more things you can imagine. See the related link for more information.
