English Explanatory Dictionary

long block

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An engine subassembly that consists of the assembled short block, plus the crankshaft, cylinder head, camshaft (usually), and valve train.

Word forms

long block long blocks

Etymology

From the larger size of the engine block assembly compared to a short block.

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