Yes, the crack is only in the water jacket. the stud holes are not even close to the crack (relatively speaking).
Since the rest of the engine is in such good shape (ie. sleeves are excellent, pistons, rings, bearings, etc.) I think I will go ahead, and install this on the B, and put her back together. I will certainly clean things up a bit, but worst case, if it doesn't work, I will have only invested time, and a few gaskets.
It does appear that this one was running for awhile with the crack in existance, as the "stain" on the head gasket would seem to indicate that. If that is truly the case, it makes me wonder how many other internally cracked blocks are out there, and since they are not leaking, no one is the wiser.........
I do appreciate everyones input, and if anyone else has experience with this or other suggestions, i welcome them.
When I get this all put together, I will report on the results.......hopefully, it will be a good report.
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