No, what Steve means is as follows.

If you install head bolts without drying out the holes you can end up with a hydraulic lock in the bolt hole that can damage the block. This is most likely what broke it. You will need to send him a pic so he can look at it.

Steve has a degree in metalurgy (sp?)

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