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Old July 20th 05, 08:04 PM
N8N
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wrote:
> In order not to prolong the warranty thread, I made a broad statement the
> other day that
> Chrysler had always made good dependable engines, to my knowledge. I can't
> remember
> one that had problems with cracked blocks, premature wear, etc.
>
> The old slant six was good for a couple hundred thou, frequently. And the
> V8 have been
> legendary for their toughness.
>
> Of the Big Three American manufacturers, GM has possibly put out some of the
> worst (and best)
> engines, with Ford not far behind.
>
> Have I missed some Chrysler clunkers, or given the other two too little
> credit?


If we're talking musclecar-era engines, I agree with your assessment.
AMC and Studebaker also put out engines that were far superior to Chevy
and Ford, IMHO. Some of the "upmarket" GM engines (Olds, Cadillac)
were pretty good too.

nate

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