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Ford Small-Block Engine Parts Interchange

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The photos in this edition are black and white.

If there is one thing Ford enthusiasts have learned over the years, it's that deciphering which Ford parts work with which Ford engines is a far more difficult task than with many other engine families. Will Cleveland heads fit on my Windsor block? Can I build a stroker engine with factory parts? Can I gain compression by using older-model cylinder heads, and will it restrict flow? Is there a difference between Windsor 2-barrel and 4-barrel heads? These are just a few examples of common questions Ford fans have. These and many other questions are examined in this all-new update of a perennial best seller.

Thoroughly researched and, unlike previous editions, now focused entirely on the small-block Windsor and Cleveland engine families, Ford Small Block Engine Parts Interchange includes critical information on Ford's greatest small-block engines and goes into great detail on the highly desirable high-performance hardware produced throughout the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. By combining some of the best parts from various years, some great performance potential can be unlocked in ways Ford never offered to the general public. Following the advice in Ford Small-Block Engine Parts Interchange, these engine combinations can become reality. You will find valuable information on cranks, blocks, heads, cams, intakes, rods, pistons, and even accessories to guide you through your project.

Author George Reid has once again done extensive research to accurately deliver a thorough and complete collection of Ford small-block information in this newly revised edition. Knowing what internal factory engine parts can be used across the wide range of production Ford power plants is invaluable to the hot rodder and swap meet/eBay shopper. Whether building a stroker Cleveland or a hopped-up Windsor, this book is an essential guide.

ISBN-13: 9781613254448

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Cartech

Publication Date: 10-19-2015

Pages: 146

Product Dimensions: 8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.31(d)

George Reid has been a Ford enthusiast for more than 30 years. He enjoys restoring and building Fords. George has written a number of books for CarTech.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments 4
Introduction 5

Chapter 1: General Data and Specifications 7
221 7
260 8
289 8
302 11
255 13
351W 13
Boss 302 14
351C 15
400/351M 17

Chapter 2: Engine Block 26
Boss 302 29
351W 30
351C 33
351M/400 34
Cleveland Blocks 36
Ford Racing Blocks 38
Buying a Used Block 41

Chapter 3: Rotating Assembly 42
221/260/289/302 42
Connecting Rods: 221/260/289/302 44
Boss 302 46
Flywheels and Flexplates: 221/260/289/302/Boss 302 47
Harmonic Balancers: 221/260/289/302/Boss 302 49
351W 51
Connecting Rods: 351W 51
351C/351M/400 52
Pistons: 221/260/289/302 54
Piston Rings 55

Chapter 4: Lubrication 56
Pump Blueprinting 57
335-Series 351C/351M/400 60

Chapter 5: Cylinder Heads 64
221/260 64
289 64
289 High Performance 66
302 68
255 69
351W 70
351C/351M/400 71
CHI Aftermarket Heads 73
Boss 302 75
“Aftermarket” Cylinder Heads 76
Valvecovers 77

Chapter 6: Camshaft and Valvetrain 80
Cam Selection Considerations 80
Dual-Pattern Camshafts 85
Timing Set 86
Timing Cover 87
Valves, Springs, Retainers and Locks 89
Rocker Arms 91
Valvecovers 92

Chapter 7: Induction 93
Carburetors 93
Manifolds 102
Fuel Pumps and Fuel Injection 103

Chapter 8: Ignition, Charging and Starting 107
Autolite Distributors 107
Duraspark Ignition 110
Generators and Alternators 116
Starters 122
Senders 123

Chapter 9: Exhaust 125
Single- and Dual-Exhaust Systems 125
Manifolds and Headers 128
Thermactor System 129

Chapter 10: Cooling System and Front Dress 131
Radiator 131
Packaging Considerations 132
Water Pump 138
Fans and Spacers 139
Front Dress 142