340 question

zigs said

Looking at a 1972 340. I'm told its a solid engine. I will find out more as I go along but first
what are your thoughts on the 72 engine being from the gas crunch era. Did Mopar scrimp on the engine or is it as good as the fore runners, in other words if it proves out , is it a good block.

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It's as good as any other "good used engine". Put it on the stand, pull the intake and the pan, give it a good look, if nothing else looks looks out of place, put the pan and intake back on, drop it into a car and drive it, OR, you can throw money at it and build a stroker motor.
Have fun.