Thanks for the answer. I almost figured that I broke them during disassembly, even though I was able to push the pistons out without any significant force. Will check for carbon deposits on the crack to verify.
What do you guys recommend to remove the rust powder deposits in the water jackets? I have not been able to find a place that does specifically block cleaning over here only a place that could drop the block into a ultrasonic bath.
...same with checking for cracks, seems like it is a non-existing issue, have not been able to find a shop that would do that....