Aluminum block build question...
03-16-2007, 08:24 AM
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Aluminum block build question...
A buddy might be selling me the 4.6 out of his 99 GT when he swaps in a 5.4 (read: IF) and I'd like to replace the block with an aluminum one. My options will likely be either a Teksid block, or an explorer block. Anyone know if I'll run into trouble mounting accessories or finding a timing cover that fits with the PI heads on a 99 4.6 Windsor??
03-16-2007, 01:56 PM
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RE: Aluminum block build question...
ORIGINAL: Rook6
I guess I'masking the tough questions these days lol
I guess I'masking the tough questions these days lol
03-16-2007, 02:12 PM
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RE: Aluminum block build question...
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No just another question that has been posted a thousand times! There's no reason to change out the block unless you have weight issues! If you do change the block you'll nee a complete rebuild of the lower half! The cast block can hold plenty of power! Save your money unless like I said if you planned on doing a complete rebuild. Also the mounting holes are the same!
No just another question that has been posted a thousand times! There's no reason to change out the block unless you have weight issues! If you do change the block you'll nee a complete rebuild of the lower half! The cast block can hold plenty of power! Save your money unless like I said if you planned on doing a complete rebuild. Also the mounting holes are the same!
03-16-2007, 03:36 PM
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RE: Aluminum block build question...
For the curious...Teksid aluminumblocks, italian made and capable of some 900+ Hp are pretty much any 96-98 aluminum Ford block, and some left over ones were put in a few 99s. The ones from late 99 on were Aluminum Windsor blocks, which though about 5 lbs lighter, are only said to hold up to 700hp before splitting in half. For most people, either will do, really.
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