How much horsepower can a 351W block handle?

Pretty much any 351W block should handle 700 hp, however there are a ton of factors which may kill one +/- that mark.

Which Ford 351 is a small block?

The 351W is named for the factory in Windsor, Ontario that produced them. It is part of the long-running Ford small-block Windsor V8 family, which also includes the venerable Ford 302 (5.0L) V8. It shares the same small block V8 bellhousing pattern and motor mounts of the August 1964+ Windsor engines*.

How much horsepower can you get out of a 351?

The long-lived Ford “Windsor” engine, displacing 351 cubic inches, was available in performance applications such as the Ford Boss Mustang in 1971, and today is available in a crate-engine version which features up to 535 horsepower.

How much boost can a stock 351W block handle?

475-500 is safe for stock 5.0 roller block, he’s talking about a early model 351w block. He should be making 500 n/a even with the low compression on a 408, then add alittle boost and big numbers are easy.

How much nitrous can a stock 351W handle?

Typical 351W hotrod build, wouldn’t push more than 250hp on an N20 kit. Stock block and N20 build..

Is a 351 Cleveland better than a 351 Windsor?

The 351 Cleveland is a member of the 335 series family of Ford small-block engines. Its large ports and oversize canted valves give it more horsepower and allow it to run at a higher rpm than the Windsor. The valve covers have a twisting curve and are attached by eight bolts.

Is a 1969 351 Windsor a good engine?

The 351w’s during the years of 1969-1974 were the strongest anyone who knows the 351w will tell you that. ANY 351 block from those years are really good. Get the 71, its just as good.

What’s the difference between 351C and 351w?

The 351 Windsor has small heads and ports with small side-by-side, in-line valves and straight, five-bolt valve covers. It uses regular 5/8 inch spark plugs. The numerals 351 are cast into the lifter valley. Unlike the Cleveland, it uses a block timing chain and the radiator hose connects to the intake manifold.

What year 351W is best?

Best years From what I have read, the best year for 351W blocks are 1969, 70, and 71. For some reason these were the strongest 351W ever produced, but very hard to find.

How big is a Ford 351 short block?

Ford Short Block – Ford 351 Windsor Short Block, 393, 408, 418, 427, Stroker 393 cubic inches The 393 is another stroker combination, that uses a slightly longer 3.850″ stroke for more displacement and low-end torque. Compression ratios ranging from low to high make this a versatile setup, available in a variety of performance levels.

How big is the stroke on a Ford 351W?

As a 351W, this engine had 3.50-inches of stroke. Here, with the Coast High Performance kit from Trans Am Racing, we have a full 1/2-inch of additional stroke. What it means for you is mucho torque. Above and right: Whenever you are converting a flat-tappet block to roller tappets, some modification may be required.

Is the Ford 351W Stroker a roller block?

Our foundation for the Trans Am Racing 408ci stroker is a 1980s-vintage 351W block that has been properly modified. It has been bored .030-inch oversize and line-bore checked. It had its decks milled, its cylinder skirts notched, and it has also been thoroughly cleaned. Now we’re ready for assembly. This is not a roller block.

Is the 351W small block good for a Mustang?

With the stroked 351W small block, the Mustang gains aggressive displacement without putting on weight. In the Mustang, your 427ci stroker can be a mild-mannered mill for weekend cruising, or a screamer with a nasty attitude for the drag strip.