1913 Model T Engine Block

[Don31AT]

What should I pay for a 1913 Model T Ford engine block, casting date 122013 what is fair? With crankshaft, camshaft, rods, pistons, timing gear cover, no valves? No rust

 

[J and M Machine]

I don't know what a fair 'Cost' would be but you have to understand that the cam/crank/timing cover/block could all have cracks rendering most of the parts junk. Especially the crankshaft. Timing cover also cracks at timer bolt in oil fill.
Also block could have cracks in the center valve seats and along the outer portion of the block and by freeze plugs, manifold side.
We have the capability to crack repair the block but not the crank.

In order to know if the block is usable I would have an agreement with the owner to tear it apart and inspect. Wouldn't take more than one hour to find out if crank and block are cracked.

You have to take into consideration if the engine is rebuildable or not plus costs incurred.
This example is a 1914 and we were able to repair all of its issues and it's running again. This is what you may find after it's cleaned and crack checked.

 

[Layden B]

While this engine was cast in 1913 calendar year, the 1914 body styled new models had been out for months. Thus this is more accurately a 1914 block and not a very early 1914 styled car at that.

 

[Erik Barrett]

The real value is in the block casting. You don't want to use an early crank and rods. Depending on condition, I have sold 1914 blocks between $100-500