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1984 Cadillac Eldorado. How bad are the aluminum block engines?

Sep 25, 2010 by Tim R | Posted in GMC

I am looking at buying a used 1983-84 Eldorado but have read some things about the reliability of the aluminum engine. Any thoughts? Thanks.

aluminum engines are used to save weight and help increase horsepower, I don't think that making an engine from aluminum is a bad thing, the biggest problem is making sure you NEVER EVER OVERHEAT IT. They use steel sleeves in the piston bores and other

justin plainold | Sep 25, 2010

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