TRexGAWD

Do both... 351W stroked out to a 408

Haha, I would honestly buy the block to save for the down time. If it's just a project car then I would do a stroker kit to get it machined to the exact specs you like and to also enjoy working on the internal of the motor. If you have the garage ,the tools and the know how then there's no reason not to do the work yourself other then the few machining steps.

5spd GT

Something any reputable shop should do anyways...

gspfunk

What are your plans for the car and for power? A seasoned block will be more reliable (and preferable by engine builders) since it's already been thru so many heat cycles.

The big question is your plans for your motor. If you are staying N/A, you should be fine. But, if you are going to add boost, you'll want a safe tune to run 400-450rwhp. Even at that, a stock block can still take a dump on you.

You'll want to look at an aftermarket block for boost or a large shot of spray.

86 Mustang GT

What kind of gas mileage can i expect out of a 347


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86 Mustang GT

[quote]ORIGINAL: gspfunk

What are your plans for the car and for power? A seasoned block will be more reliable (and preferable by engine builders) since it's already been thru so many heat cycles.

The big question is your plans for your motor. If you are staying N/A, you should be fine. But, if you are going to add boost, you'll want a safe tune to run 400-450rwhp. Even at that, a stock block can still take a dump on you.

You'll want to look at an aftermarket block for boost or a large shot of spray.



[/quote I would like about 400hp on motor maybe spray later

94StinkinLincoln

347 can get 20mpg, its all about efficiency. a real street oriented 347 w/ stock gears and 5 speed, no reason not to get 20mpg.

getting back on subject, machine work around here is expensive.
i spent$2,150 w/ machining, balance, rings, bearings, crank, & flexplate, hone and cleaning (bead blasted pistons also) and short block assembly, and that was just the lower end, no timing chain cover install or oil pan install, that was extra. i could have just bought a fordstroker motor for 2k, but i had these parts so i said what the heck ill get it put back together.

302army187

lol, this form is so bad on my choices, ive even been pondering a 351 with a 200shot[>:]


idk, i want good reliable power, but looks like ill have to spend butt-ton's of money to get it[:'(]