Just the luck of the draw kid.
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std engines have been known to crack before.
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earlier rev1
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& 2 blocks supposed to be stronger between cylinder walls.
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(although i think it a bit of a myth really).
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.more of them seem to crack around the water pump area.
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Rev 5 is generally stronger between cylinder walls
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(although having it x-rayed is best to check if going for big power.
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) and is also revised around the water pump area for this very problem.
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failing that a 5sfe block is far stronger and will cope with pretty much anything you throw at it.
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(but also the most expensive option)
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Some serioud decisions to made by yourself now.
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