In a message dated 13/05/04 11:58:15 AM, davidskolnik@optonline.net writes: << The probable cause was the poor fitting of the replaced block. A gap of at least 1/32" is detectable between the block and flange, running for about 8 or 9 inches. >> David; In my opinion the "gap" has nada to do with any crack in the plate. 'B's have a pinblock which is angled from side to side as well as front to back..the most common configuration that I have seen.... With the crack radiating from a screw hole I would tend to say that the most probable cause would be from trying to pull the plate up to the block with the block screws rather than a careful fitting of the plate/block interface which would have resulted in a much less stressful fit.. Jim Bryant (FL)
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