Goin turbo, need stronger motor
12-07-2015, 03:08 PM
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Goin turbo, need stronger motor
Hi im new to this forum mabey someone could help, i have a 06 gt amd goin to be running about 10-15 lbs of boost, im not really scared of building the motor myself but just dont know what route to go, dont know how much the stock aluminum block can handle with forged internals. I would like to go that route if possible. But if i need to go with a iron block where can i get one built already for a reasonably price or a good place to buy everything i need? I have found lots of 2v and 4v but not much luck for 3v. Thanks
12-07-2015, 04:09 PM
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We offer complete short blocks and long blocks with forged internals for 2v, 3v and 4v Ford modular engines. JR set multiple records in his modular powered racecar in the early 2000s, and the knowledge we gained through racing helped us build our modular engine program into what it is today. If you have any questions about our program and how we can help you, call us at 805-486-6644 or PM us and we will be happy to help.
12-07-2015, 05:26 PM
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The WAP aluminum block can hold well more than 15PSI, which would be somewhere around 700RWHP with turbo(s).
If going for a pre-built block, it may be hard to find an aluminum block engine, as the boss iron block is what most are using since Ford is no longer making the 4.6L aluminum block.
In addition to the company above (granatelli), the usual suspects are Brenspeed, JPR, Livernois, MMR, BBR, CHP... just pick up any Mustang magazine and you'll have a list. In many cases you will have to call and talk to them since even though they show price for a package, a built engine really is a custom item and there are a lot of options.
If going for a pre-built block, it may be hard to find an aluminum block engine, as the boss iron block is what most are using since Ford is no longer making the 4.6L aluminum block.
In addition to the company above (granatelli), the usual suspects are Brenspeed, JPR, Livernois, MMR, BBR, CHP... just pick up any Mustang magazine and you'll have a list. In many cases you will have to call and talk to them since even though they show price for a package, a built engine really is a custom item and there are a lot of options.
12-07-2015, 07:38 PM
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We offer complete short blocks and long blocks with forged internals for 2v, 3v and 4v Ford modular engines. JR set multiple records in his modular powered racecar in the early 2000s, and the knowledge we gained through racing helped us build our modular engine program into what it is today. If you have any questions about our program and how we can help you, call us at 805-486-6644 or PM us and we will be happy to help.
12-07-2015, 07:40 PM
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The WAP aluminum block can hold well more than 15PSI, which would be somewhere around 700RWHP with turbo(s).
If going for a pre-built block, it may be hard to find an aluminum block engine, as the boss iron block is what most are using since Ford is no longer making the 4.6L aluminum block.
In addition to the company above (granatelli), the usual suspects are Brenspeed, JPR, Livernois, MMR, BBR, CHP... just pick up any Mustang magazine and you'll have a list. In many cases you will have to call and talk to them since even though they show price for a package, a built engine really is a custom item and there are a lot of options.
If going for a pre-built block, it may be hard to find an aluminum block engine, as the boss iron block is what most are using since Ford is no longer making the 4.6L aluminum block.
In addition to the company above (granatelli), the usual suspects are Brenspeed, JPR, Livernois, MMR, BBR, CHP... just pick up any Mustang magazine and you'll have a list. In many cases you will have to call and talk to them since even though they show price for a package, a built engine really is a custom item and there are a lot of options.
12-30-2015, 06:20 PM
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Hey chris I'm kinda in the same boat as you. How soon do you plan on doing this? I've been looking at short blocks and rotating assemblies for a couple weeks now. Was kind of looking for a group buy or some kind of special one of the vendors might be running. Figure if we hook up buy together might have a little more bargaining power. Especially since I hadn't made up my mind which way I'm going rebuilding mine or getting short block. At the least doing a stroker , but really like a big bore. Anyway if interested pm me and we can help each other decide. Thanks
12-31-2015, 05:10 AM
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Hey chris I'm kinda in the same boat as you. How soon do you plan on doing this? I've been looking at short blocks and rotating assemblies for a couple weeks now. Was kind of looking for a group buy or some kind of special one of the vendors might be running. Figure if we hook up buy together might have a little more bargaining power. Especially since I hadn't made up my mind which way I'm going rebuilding mine or getting short block. At the least doing a stroker , but really like a big bore. Anyway if interested pm me and we can help each other decide. Thanks
12-31-2015, 08:53 PM
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Gonna take a look at them now. The only place I really talked to someone was emailing back and forth with was mmr. Talked to local shop today, and want to talk to machine shop also. Would be nice to be able to do something local. Depends where you go might be a month or so before getting motor after its ordered, especislly if decide to use original block. Also might be something where I assemble motor instead of short block. Think the only reason I see to not use my block is if go big bore stroker, which needs iron block. Did you check around locally? Also not looking for the cheapest place, but keeping price in mind. If you look around enough its easy to find both good and bad reviews of all places. Also I did talk to ford racing too about their new short block ,b53 r something like that. It's a big bore stroker also.
01-01-2016, 11:13 AM
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When building hi-po motors its not about the "cheapest price" It about the quality of the machine work and the parts that go into it. Really more about the machine work and prep. Truthfully 1 engine or 2 the prices don't chnage much when you consider they will be shipped 2 different places.
As I said above J.R. Granatelli knows his stuff and would be happy to help. I am sure he will make you guys a deal but "DEAL" is a relative term and it will come down to EXACTLY what parts you put in the motors and what you want them to do.
As I said above J.R. Granatelli knows his stuff and would be happy to help. I am sure he will make you guys a deal but "DEAL" is a relative term and it will come down to EXACTLY what parts you put in the motors and what you want them to do.
01-02-2016, 05:21 AM
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When building hi-po motors its not about the "cheapest price" It about the quality of the machine work and the parts that go into it. Really more about the machine work and prep. Truthfully 1 engine or 2 the prices don't chnage much when you consider they will be shipped 2 different places.
As I said above J.R. Granatelli knows his stuff and would be happy to help. I am sure he will make you guys a deal but "DEAL" is a relative term and it will come down to EXACTLY what parts you put in the motors and what you want them to do.
As I said above J.R. Granatelli knows his stuff and would be happy to help. I am sure he will make you guys a deal but "DEAL" is a relative term and it will come down to EXACTLY what parts you put in the motors and what you want them to do.