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my first motor was a 1974 car motor that only needed fresh rings and bearings. The engine I was told is a pre smog earlier 460. 1 comp, big cam , low geared C motor and dropped in a stock 429 thundebird eng. Oct 2, 2011 · 429 was made from 68 to 73, after that everything was a 460 only (except in large commercial trucks with had a "funky" 429 and 370 engines). The best of the best. CALL 270 Jul 18, 2011 · Good info! Sounds like he might want to look into a turbo setup. Same goes for 501-557 CID rotating assemblies. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Jan 14, 2014 · Yes those 429's were in the high 10's, and the 460 about 10. I found some good stuff, then went to the Ford Muscle site and did the same. Jan 27, 2010 · 460 Motor Mounts Has anyone used the Transdepot 9720 mounts with urathane bushings? Thanks 460 Ford Forum. The block and major engine components themselves can easily withstand in excess of 300,000 miles. Feb 25, 2021 · Is there a difference between a 460 truck motor and a 460 car motor? Reactions: Hercules Botha. engine: 460 Ford power Edelbrock rpm stock performer package 2250 175 186 2500 201 215 Sep 27, 2009 · Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6. 020 over when rebuilt. Especially the EFI engines, that run clean. ) but could find nothing. There's another product called "Restore" that looks similar, and it gets good reviews. Feb 8, 2016 · The car is very straight and clean, but it has no drivetrain. Jul 5, 2018 · Threads in Forum: Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6. Top Contributors this Month Jul 5, 2011 · Thanks for the info I knew the thinner gaskets wouldn't raise much compression at all but just looking what I could get out of it I bought this motor out of another truck guy said it ran when he parked it I didn't see any signs of the heads leaking that's the only thing left to replace for gaskets I'm debating on doing it as this will be for my winter vehicle and want it to be reliable Oct 30, 2008 · The 73-79 460 engine mounts are a three piece set up, the two lower towers, the rubber mount and the metal mount that is bolted to your block. Jun 7, 2006 · Furthermore, destroking the motor to a 429 will not only make the engine more of a dog with CJ heads (compared to the 460), but you will also need to rev to 7000 and up to make any great power. Despite the suffocation from the factory to meet emissions and fuel economy standards, the 460 still had a massive amount of untapped potential that could be dug out with some hand tools and a little know-how. In describing the engine, another member on FTE (Sorry, I can't remember his name) has summed up the 460 with one simple phase: "THE TITAN OF TWIST". 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and enthusiasts. I swapped the used stock Bendix gear into the new DB electrical starter and no more grinding, been installed 2 years now with no issues. So I looked around and I cant seem to find any kits. 2 different animals, 2 different oils. 018 on the exhausts I know you ca adjust all of the valves on a chevy with just one complete revolution of the crank so I assume you can do the same on a BB Ford, right. Bought a 69 Mustang Mach 1 from California some months ago, imported to Norway. It ran fine driving, but after stopping it shook terribly. Towing in the mountains 7mpg. What finally fixed it was replacing the ported vacuum switch-Standard Motor Products PVS26- I bought off amazon, or can be found on rock auto. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Jun 25, 2007 · Propane works damn well especially on a boosted engine. The cam and lifters look like new. ) and own a 2003 6. Mileage was pathetic but it was a 7k pound truck with truck gears. Apparently, we were supposed to barely tighten them to 0" lash, and then tighten/torque them to 25 pounds after that, max 1 turn. A 429 has a 3. Aug 5, 2006 · i have a 85f-250 460 4sp. Feb 27, 2009 · Dan Hobbs 2004 Super Pro Champion Windy Hollow 2002 NHRA National Dragster Challenge Super Pro Champion Beech Bend Raceway Best ET 5. 3L Gasoline V8 Engine Forum - This is where we will discussing what we know and don't know about the new big block Ford motor, it may or may not be called Godzilla. Mad dogg Fender well exit headers for a 65-79 F100 ceramic coated by jet hot. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Cyrano; Dec 21, 2023; 14 The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Dec 22, 2006 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. I ended up with a 1975 CP jet boat with no engine. Time it takes to find the factory 460 engine mounts, these are not Aug 23, 2010 · Looking for a 460 motor. May 20, 2010 · Towing/Gas Mileage 460 engine build. Been having this problem since I cammed the Oct 11, 2006 · I think one of the main reasons for doing the swap was on circle track engines. with a 750 carb, headers & recurved duraspark . Overall, Ford’s 7. Stock Fan driven by motor with OEM Clutch and Shroud VS New Jun 12, 2008 · New to the forum, lots of great info here. Feb 6, 2018 · 429/460 - Weight 710#, displacement to 557, but typical stroker is 514 to avoid limiting rpms. Jun 8, 2008 · Nor would I install anything but a split duration in a mostly stock 460. I heard about it and found it pretty cheap on Amazon. Richard Aug 7, 2007 · If you make a fuel pressure change and immediately make a run, maybe. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, horsepower, tuning, build specifications, and more! Feb 8, 2010 · Performer 460 Hey bigoldbronco and others. The next concern was valvetrain issues. :-D Let's be sure all the forum guidelines are followed and have fun. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, horsepower, tuning, build specifications, and more! Show Less Oct 29, 2012 · I'll try it I guess. headers is the other issue. Nov 17, 2011 · Total advance less initial = mechanical or centrifugal advance. Jun 4, 2011 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. The high compression 429's and 460's of the era offered about 26 to 30* total timing initial + mechanical all in at about 4500. If you want cheap horsepower, then a 429 or 460 is the way to go. Put D3VE heads on a '70 429 25 years ago makes for a nice street engine, about 9. I am considering buying a 1988 F250 4x4 SuperCab with a 460 and 5 speed OD trans. The 429 pistons can be milled down to work with a 460 crank, but it would be best to use the right piston. . Blue Thunder makes a great blower intake, allows you to use the stock water neck, and several brands of distributors drop right in below the blower. 36-4. Small block weight (575#) remember, we're talking cast iron heads, manifolds, etc. Mount moves but driveshafts don't need modification. I got a 96 f250 460 Efi out of a 97 has a 262/262 flat tap comp cam and that’s about all I’ve done to it other then a flow master exhaust. 6R80, NP205, Locked D60/10. Top Contributors this Month Aug 3, 2017 · After I saw that Engine Master video where a turbo was bolted to a stock 5. Are you using an MSD distributor? Any vacuum advance? In every BBF I have ever built, dyno'd, chassis dyno'd or owned that had flat top pistons or dished pistons and reasonable static compression ratio for the cam and application (not the stock 7. First time on the forum. 429's last year was 1972. with the motor, i got two new starters, one is the earlier style with the solenoid on it, and the other is a later 80's style without the solenoid on it. In fact, the engine kicked back one day and broke the Powermaster. 10's. The lower hose should have a wire spring insert to keep it round at all times. My truck is a 97 F-250HD, 4x4, long bed, extended cab, w/E40D automatic trans, with 167,000 trouble free miles, other Aug 17, 2011 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. I chase a noise just like you've described on a mild 460 that had done it since the engine was rebuilt. 010" and expect to reuse the std. 110 over bore but sonic check walls to make sure)1968 rods. Here are some photos of what the engine mounts with need to look like for your swap. Feb 14, 2008 · A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and enthusiasts. 00 but now that was in 1993-1994. Good luck with your project. Everything they learned about racing a 427 they put into the 429 engine. The 460/429 as run many different numbers since the 60s so one has A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and enthusiasts. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Nov 5, 2015 · A colder thermostat will make the engine run richer and reduce fuel mileage. Mar 11, 2023 · We obviously do not understand the phrase "Not Adjustable" when referring to this 460 FORD motor. Jan 9, 2020 · I have a 78 460 that has been bored 40 over with standard pistons, stock rods and crank. Mar 10, 2024 · Motor plate will eliminate motor mounts, allowing better header access, which brings up another point - Cylinder head exhaust pattern -- Stock 460, CobraJet, or Big Block Chevy ports. 5. Mar 13, 2017 · Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6. Long story but a funny one if you like broken stuff. Oct 30, 2023 · Misfire #2 cylinder 1992 ford 460. I would greatly appreciate any advice anyone can give me in the steps of troubleshooting my 460 knock. I won't be returning to that guy. I took Tom's advice, only it took a pot of coffee instead of a cup, and went through all the posts on Galaxie. I trust that Comp tested it with the fuelie 460 before slapping on the "EFI-compatible" label. 575 injected alcohol 2008 & 2009 BBF Bash PRO Champion(The Guy With 2 BIG Checks)2010FunFord Super Pro Winner @Norwalk,Oh. A mild street motor with aluminum heads and intake should make 500-550 hp easy. Feb 13, 2003 · 460 power and reliability questions. Jun 10, 2015 · Pricey but the best I feel. Runs great at cruise speed around 55. Now, if you're considering a 385-Series motor for reasons of displacement, might I suggest you consider the 400. Jul 3, 2006 · The factory 460 truck stuff won't make it much beyond 330rwhp before you hit the limit of the maf/injectors. On the Ford Muscle site I found and article from 2004 with pictures on how to modify the perches and engine mounts. After a rebuilt carb, all new ignition components, and a fuel pump, the condition still existed. Jan 11, 2024 · The majority of the problems of this engine are from supporting systems and not related to the core of the engine itself. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community Sep 23, 2015 · Obviously you need whatever parts that are 429/460 specific. Aug 2, 2019 · Justin 1972 F250 466 PPAM D3s, 213/227, sniper EFI, Nitrous. Pulled the engine and looked at everything from the rods, mains, pistons & pins, timning chain, changed the torque converter and found nothingbut I didn't check the dampener. I bought a 77 460 out of a truck that was built 10 years ago, ran for about 2000 miles and it toasted the main/rod/cam bearings so the owner pulled it and set it on a pallet (oil pump drive shaft pin in the dizzy snapped). The carburetted engines were produced from 1968-1987. There is less than 2000 miles since the rebuild. I never did any adjustments on the rocker and do not see how that is even possible with my stock motor. This is what I have found so far: Feb 23, 2006 · the 460 engine is one of the best engines ford ever made , will easily run 200, 000 mi loaded or pulling loads , just change the oil on time . Would not take much to get 380 hp out of it either. I have heard great things about this motor, and love the power it has. com, here's a link to it if you want to take a look: Restore 60019 8-Cylinder Engine Restorer - 19 oz. Jan 1, 2011 · A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and enthusiasts. The pistons have different compression hieghts. 5/460) - 460 EFI Ultimate Build - I am submitting this post to give thanks to this web site which has helped to contrubute to a successful engine build. Stock (non-reduction) didn't cut it; and neither did a Powermaster (OEM-style). Sep 8, 2023. I would like to know if a 460/429 motor is a good swap for this car. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, horsepower, tuning, build specifications, and more! Show Less Mar 29, 2006 · The 460 is a great motor because you can bore them and get CID much easier then a Chevy, the last 460 I built was out of a 1973 LTD, had a 1968 block (of which are capable of . 5/460) - How to identify what year 460 is in my truck - Greetings I recently acquired a 1974 ford f250. I usually adjust it about every month to keep the engine running smoothly. It's was bored . After talking with some people about the engine builder I used, it's possible that the rings were not gapped properly. It was still running strong. Decide if your vehicle will be car or truck. How to build 460 motor under 5k? The79f250Guy; Aug 8, 2024; 5 Jun 6, 2009 · The air intake silencer's removal does not help much on a completely stock engine but its removal is very important on a modified engine. $800 USD jon kiny; Mar 14, 2024; The Auction Block 460 Ford Forum. pistons. I have a 1990 Champion motor home with the 460 engine that has two smog pumps on it. At different sppeds it will do it and at different throttle inputs, also it does not matter whether it is hot May 22, 2017 · When my stock 460 had a high idle issue of around 1100 to 1300 rpm at idle, I tried several different fixes to no avail. 002"-. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Jan 22, 2006 · It's a 69 Merc 429. lbs. Also your 73-78 Contenental (town cars) have the same set up too. Sep 8, 2002 · There is one thread on here or 460Ford forums where a guy has pictures of how to modify the 390 motor mounts to fit a 429/460 engine block. So I removed the valve cover and have a rocker that is very loose when not under load. Nov 25, 2021 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. 8L V8 Gasoline Engines - Welcome to the 7. Now all it does is jump the RPM up a little bit when putting it into a gear just as it should, but then just bogging itself down to about 700 RPM. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Oct 4, 2023 · 460 Ford Forum. Or you may need to find a passenger that can hear, to listen for the fan. Nov 12, 2009 · Same rods. 2011 NHRA National HotRod Reunion Gas Eliminator Champion. The representations expressed are the representations and opinions of the clubcobra. in this forum in the entire site. One recently locked up and rather than burn the belt up( which only drives the smog pumps) I took it off. Everything worked fine at idle, but it would start running hot once driving. 7K posts 37K members Engine Tech The Auction Block General Tech Car Buildup Forum Engine Build Archive. May 21, 2023 · OEM curves for utilitarian 460's typically brought advance in in two stages starting off aggressively and saving the last 4 to 6* of timing for 3. 1K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners Jul 30, 2022 · The engine is a 72. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Mar 6, 2008 · A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and enthusiasts. 112 lsa. 5/460) Working on 1986 f250 460 engine need help. But I'm unsure about pistons to use, compression ratio to aim for, camshaft/lifters, exhaust sizing, etc. Save Share. i saw a cam that looks to be promising, a summit camshaft sum-3500. Top Contributors this Month Feb 17, 2010 · New to the forum here. Change them? Aug 3, 2009 · Do NOT bore the block . 0 and 4. 5/460) - Max rpm of 70's 460 - Does anyone know how high a 460 can rev to? My engine in my truck is a 1971 that came out of a Lincoln Continental and the max I've reved it to is 3000. Sep 11, 2010 · Supercharging the 385 series Ford big block is easy to do, and with the great parts selection for this motor its easily the best Ford motor to go blown with. The previous owner said he had a 390 in it and removed that motor for an f100. I’ve been using felpro gaskets cause that’s all the auto parts stores seem to have. 85-inch stroke. Jan 22, 2021 · Big-Block Ford Engine Build: Easy 500 HP From the Ford 460. I pulled the motor and radiator mounts from 69 to do the conversion. The 76 460 you have if stock oem will have a lower static compression ratio with dish pistons and larger chamber cylinder heads so you will want to find a set of 68-70 429/460 small chamber heads to up your static compression ratio. I know of a Dragboat that uses Evans in a large transmission oil cool with fan to not cool but to maintain heat in the engine. The 460 cubic inch eight-cylinder motor debuted all the way back in 1968 but found itself powering cars, trucks, and commercial equipment all the way to the end of the 1990s during its three decade run. 2012 Ford Thunder Q-16 Heads Up Champion Aug 12, 2023 · The engine used to hold the RPM at 1,000 all day long whether in or out of gear. 3K members Engine Tech The Auction Block General Tech Car Buildup Forum Driveline. 590" inch stroke, and a 460 has a 3. You can use a vacuum lockoff on a boosted engine as long as you put a check valve in the lockoff vacuum line. Jul 2, 2022 · That ol 460 is a tough engine. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community Aug 27, 2017 · Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6. Jun 5, 2006 · Trying out this 460 Forum to see if I get some help. Jan 24, 2009 · re:Wayne Rhodes Ive been looking for a 545 stroker kit that's not to expensive for a everyday street truck. On an N/A engine you can run 12-13:1 compression, along with numerous other benefits. Nov 15, 2014 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. When I was taking the engine apart I noticed that the plugs seemed to be a bit rusty and tight in the heads. They are great engines, lots of power and bone-chilling torque. These charts are for new members, either just getting into engines or coming from a different motor and wanting to know the particulars about building a 460, and for seasoned Ford 460 users wanting to know how to attain a certain horsepower from their combo. Aug 17, 2024 · LS - 4th Gen (2007-2017) - Forum discussion, how-to guides, and technical help for the LS460, LS460L, and LS600H. Being curious, I looked/Googgeld around to see if there was a kit (manifolds, turbo, mounting, plumbing, etc. Your budget will determine how the engine is to be built. Same journal sizes. 25", 37" bead locks 1983 Mercury Capri- 466, C6, questionably street legal Jun 20, 2009 · 460 motor. ramey. Basically stock, with a Weiand Stealth intake, cam timing moved to straight up and better exhaust. 5L 460. I am hoping one of you amazing boat people can help an oblivious woman trying to enjoy this boat. The lower radiator hose was collapsing due to the water pump suction once the engine built some rpm. The motor is a 429; and I would like to get more data about it. , 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto Nov 13, 2009 · 460 MOTOR PLATES. Street combo's usually end up making ~750ish for a decent build up. 3L / 6. Top Contributors this Month View All. Jul 9, 2009 · These BBF's and oil pressure can be mysterious . Brian Apr 17, 2007 · A good story on this subject is a customer of mine who brought his circle track engine in for freshening after about 2 seasons of running. VerticalScope Inc. It took them 3 cams and 2 sets of pistions to finally get the power and tor that the guy wanted the motor to make. Went through the break in procedure. 850" inch strokejust a hair over a 1/4" inch extra stroke. 95 1. For both of the latter, we built our own headers since because of using a front motor-plate, there were no 'side' motor mounts in the way, which opened up the Jun 22, 2020 · I'd like to build the engine up to a PI standard, or even a bit more. com. 030 over all stock bottom end, D3VE heads stock, 9-1 compression, unknown cam grind but I was told it was a melling rv grind. It had sat for a few years but compression test looked ok (between 155 and 140 all around). 9L Straight six and five speed, had 220k miles when I sold it. No matter how well the dog house is insulated you should be able to hear the fan kick in, even with old guys hearing. LTD Marquis etc 460 Ford Forum. I just went through a very rough idle issue with my 78 Lincoln 460. A single spec stick doesn't do anything to compensate for the huge port mismatch on stock 460 heads. I'm slightly into Bullnose trucks, and have two. Feb 21, 2011 · ALL your T-birds from 72-76 where set up with the 429/460 and the engine crossmember is the same as the 72-79 rancheros. For example, let's say the engine is warm and running 14. The 69 T-bird motor perches (and any 429-460 big Ford up to like 77-78) will fit in place of the original 289 or 390 units; with one addition. 5 CR. This is a dyno test of the performer package on a 460. mine gets maybe 10mpg empty , driving easy . Mar 14, 2021 · Ford's most popular, longest-lasting big block V8 engine lived an incredibly varied life. The 460 FI was released in 1988 and uses different type heads and intake manifold that must be kept as a set, but all Carb and FI top ends may be fit to any cylinder lock of any year. I have a 70s 460---REBUILT 8K miles-- in my 1955 Ford F-100, its always ran great, hardly any troubles. Sep 16, 2019 · So I bought a 1994 Ford f-250 with a 460 motor in it and was wanting to turbo it. While researching this story, we found a forum on network54. I hear a lot noise coming for driver valve cover. In the past couple of years Ive noticed some ANTI-FREEZE in the BOTTOM of the oil pan. 0 King Ranch, so I am familiar with May 17, 2020 · I am building/rebuilding the 460 in my 85 F250 4x4 4spd (with gear vendors overdrive) as a street-daily-towing vehicle seeing most of its life at lower RPM and part throttle highway running under load. I had a 69 T-bird Parts car. 5k rpm just to generalize. Aug 30, 2011 · A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and enthusiasts. Feb 19, 2011 · -Planed Engine- 460 DOVE-A bored . With most boats the engine is warmed on a trailer, then put into the water and while waiting for the lights the engine cools itself while idling on the starting rope. My apologies if these have been answered before. I can get a good smooth idle at about 450-480 rpm. For example, my Uncle's 79 F150 with a swapped in basically stock 460 runs 20w50 as that's what he set his motor up for, where my all out race 466 in my ranger is setup where it likes 10w30. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, horsepower, tuning, build specifications, and more! Show Less Mar 29, 2020 · 460 Ford Forum. 7K posts A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and enthusiasts. 6 to 1 ) there was never any power to be gained at the peak with more timing than 36 4 days ago · 1 460 Ford Site, Big Block Ford Technical, Home of the fastest Big block fords CUSTOM CARBS, COMPLETE ENGINE MACHINING, PORTING SERVICE AND DYNO SERVICE. For nearly a year now, I've had a CVR mini on it, and it has eliminated the hot start all while performing flawlessly. I just turn the adjustment screws (2 air/fuel adjustment screws) until the engine is idling nicely without much vibration, and then I set the throttle screw to my desired rpm. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, horsepower, tuning, build specifications, and more! Show Less Feb 24, 2022 · 460 Ford Forum. 460 to go in place of blown up 400. It's also got an Edelbrock 1412 (800 cfm) carb on it. Here is some info from Dec. Aug 12, 2019 · Seth, You have a few pieces that will work like on a fun basic street or four wheel application. Please post any engine tech questions to the Engine Tech forum. '87 issue of Guide to Muscle cars. Jun 13, 2012 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. The guy restoring the car in California died, and I am lacking a lot of info about the car which I try to track down. but those engines are usually pricier and of course it would be best to purchase an engine that has the most usable parts possible for your combo. 7K . 5/460) - How do I time my 460? - I have a 460 that I would like to set the timing properly rather than just twisting the dizzy until it sounds right. Jul 3, 2009 · The 429/460 was produced from 1968 into the late 1990's. 44-inch bores and 3. However, if the engine runs long enough for the adaptive to occur, the ECU will tune out the change. It does not go very fast and I do not have any clue what to do or where to start. Hope that helps. On a small Chevy(or big Ford, firing order is the same), cyls 5 and 7 or 7 and 8 in the big Ford fire 90 degrees apart, they are also in the rear of the engine. Find the search button and type in 385-series Ford, and you'll get Oct 22, 2021 · Continental / Town coupe uses full size motor mounts. When I first got it back up and running, I couldn't even touch the throttle without it backfiring through the exhaust, and really bad. 7K posts 37. 30 over with boss 9 heads also motor is moved 10” back-Tranny PA C4 rated at 1000 HP with TSI spragless converter stall currently at 3500 but can be reflashed up to 8000 so that is not set in stone-Best guess is the car will weigh somewhere around 3,800lbs-The car will be mostly street with some strip Feb 25, 2010 · Engine mounted Thanks for the responses. The difference in cubic inches comes from the crank stroke. My question is I did a compression test and only came up with 130 pounds pressure in all 8 cylinders. I sold my 12. I drive with a heavy foot and on a good day I got 10mpg. I would bolt them to the motor, then bolt up the motor perches you have to the mounts. Oct 19, 2023 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. 0L engine to see what would happen (made 550 HP and over 600 ft-lbs), I wanted to find out who makes a Turbo fit for a 460. Sort by Oldest first 460 Ford Forum. Feb 20, 2024 · oakley motorsports engines, custom carbs, complete engine machining, porting service and dyno service. 25,40s, coilovers 2004 Mustang Cobra, 14psi + N20 = 580 rwtq May 26, 2020 · I’m trying to figure out why my truck keeps blowing the head gaskets. Same pin diameter. that motor in 74--ive had cam problems twice---flat lobes on an elgin cam in a 3yr old s&s engines 460 lb---flat lobes on a comp cam after 1 month of running the new extreme energy cam-the 460 is on my engine stand i want to put in the 429---please give advise on Jul 13, 2009 · I have a ford 460 that was re-built by a machine shop before I bought it here are the specs: 460 . CALL 270-344-0912, 270-929-5185 Current date/time is August 15th 2024, 5:14 pm Oct 18, 2007 · adjusting valves Brad yhats what I was afraid of I wasn' making myself clear, what I mean is I want to set the valve clearance for each valve . 7:1 air/fuel ratio. Right now, the 460 is stock, except for a 1968-70 timing chain I swapped last year. 5, 4. W. I recently bought a 1995 F-250 Supercab with a 460, 167k miles with the E40D trans. Bad fan clutches are the prime reason 460/F53 motor homes over heat. 7K posts Dec 8, 2009 · Project Truck: 1980 F-350. the lsa and lift concern me a bit, but seems like it would be ok, the sum 3501 seems to be a little to much Jan 15, 2024 · 460 Ford Forum. Jan 17, 2023 · The 6R80 with engine adapter and transfer case adapter is the same length as a long tail c6. Mar 29, 2006 · My 460 is mild, but it had a hot start problem from day one. For Sale C-6 Tranny for 460/429 motor. 016 on the intakes and . It has a 460 ford engine which should mean power… when accelerating it hisses like a cat and the boat shakes bad. and thats all I kept, the best way to build a 460 is aaround the cyl heads, I had a set of 1970 429SCJ heads 460 Ford Forum. Lakewood bellhousing and a wide ratio toploader from a 66 Fairlane. If you run power steering you may need a bracket for that, otherwise the rest is pretty simple. 0/429, 7. 6K posts 36. "AKA" The "Mad Porter" "EMC 2006" 3rd place finisher Jun 22, 2011 · Either way, the main bearing clearances have a lot to do with what weight oil is right for YOUR applicaition. Keeping the EFI system you have (Batch-Fire, Speed Density), you can't do much to the engine before you create a tuning problem that would take many (5-20) hours to resolve in the hands of a capable tuner. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big A place to discuss all 385-series engine tech and theory. Mar 8, 2021 · Unlocking the 460’s Full Potential. Borg-Warner 4 speed, and 4. The decrease in power did not deter hot rodders and racers, though. When we assembled the motor, we simply installed the rockers and torqued them to 25ft. I asked him how long they had been in there, how often he would change them etc. Mar 15, 2006 · I had this happen to me on a 460/fox body swap. 1997 f-350 4x4 , 11 ft flatbed drw , e40d ( 245 hp ) Mar 21, 2019 · After examination, I found that a stock '92-'96 460/E4OD starter's Bendix had more of a chamfer on it's teeth which aided in engagement. It isn't essential, but would make installation easier due to more firewall room. Like. Was originally a Welding/Service truck for Santa Fe railroad in Newton KS. --i have purchased a used 429 thats in a 76 f-250 with a 4sp and same ratio rear-end 410--i know they disc. The one I'm working on, Big Blue, has a Scotty-built 460 with L&L long tubes, EEC-V EFI, a ZF5, dual batteries, 3G, winch, inverter, compressor, etc. 4K members Since 2006 A forum community Jun 12, 2014 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. I have assembled engines w/basisally the same clearances and same oil pumps and filter and one would carry good oil pressure hot and cold, and the other one would be like yours, high/cold and low/hot But they both performed good w/no problems. So finding one of them is a sure fit for engine mounts. 0015". Jump to Latest 460 Ford Forum. 5/460) - 1994 Ford Millennium Class C RV 460 - Hi, Lots of great information here. the machine shop sold me a pair of dove-c cylinder heads for $50. Aug 19, 2018 · I have a all stock 1989 460 efi with new cam and new lifters. Adding thru-transom tubular headers helps but that upgrade alone is not a guarantee. Too big? The 256H isn't much more than the stock Ford stick. , 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario Oct 14, 2004 · My 95 CC LB F350 was at 135k miles when I traded it and I had zero engine problems with the 460. 460's are a lot of fun! Jan 31, 2016 · I would like to find some local experienced 460 owners and big block Ford shops and engine builders to gather some intel from. I've never had a truck with a 460 before and have some questions. May 3, 2024 · Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6. originality is not an issue, but budget is. 7K posts Feb 19, 2019 · 7. There are plenty of threads discussing modifications, but I'm looking for common issue discussion. If the 460 c6 has the reinforcement ribs, you may want to grind on them a little bit. The most wear I could find on the cylinder walls was 0. Sep 10, 2003 · The fabled 460 - The best gasoline engine you can put in a Ford Truck. 22X,XXX miles on the odo. Scotty J. on the headers, headmans are mid lenght, 500-700 range banks long tubes 1200. Top Contributors this Month View All R. jesseklein170 on 07-26-2024. I already did an engine flush about 1,000 miles ago, and that didn't work. I recommend the OHG mixers and converter. SCJ heads and edelbrock rpm intake both have been worked by Scott Johnson along with a custom cam from him. I'm building a pumpgas 465" motor for my boat right now and i was going to go with a single big turbo but for the money i can go with two s475 turbos and be able to make anywhere from a few lbs of boost to over 30lbs and i'm shooting for 800-900hp on pumpgas. I realize an apples to oranges engine comparison, but hope this helps. 673. thanks Jul 12, 2010 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. All the EFI engines have a double row roller timing chain, that last for ever. Aug 16, 2006 · The engine build section should have a selection of builds and results - These vary from ~550hp - 1200+ hp. Jun 16, 2022 · We inherited a very cool and obnoxiously large boat. I recently sold my old 1996 F-150 with a 4. I don't want to have to rebuild the tunnel or cut the frame to make the motor fit. If you are pinching pennies then you may get away with a simple re-ring, crank polish and new bearings providing the cylinders have little or no taper, I consider anything over about . Oct 1, 2009 · At the risk of showing how much i really don't know, I would like to ask the following. Again, destroking these motors will reduce power in the usable rpm range and further, destroking with those heads is a mistake. 1/370, 7. May 30, 2021 · I bought this truck a little over a year ago, 95 F250 regular cab long box 2wd with the 7. :-X22 Denny Feb 3, 2008 · 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 460 engine problems - I have a 94 F350 with a 460 and 5 speed, when under a load the motor feels like it is missing horribly. Now, you raise the fuel pressure from 40psi to 60psi. 003" taper maximum for re-ringing a street use only engine. Sep 25, 2019 · This is my first 460. One can build their own headers if they so choose, but access to a bender or prebent pipes is necessary, and to a tig welder. both are new, and there is a solenoid on the fenderwell already. I am looking at a 1994 Ford Millennium, I have experience with repairing campers since they share the same stoves, air condition etc. There is another solution to doing this swap, LMC has a 429-460 engine conversion mount, they are kind of expensive, but consider this. Sep 4, 2023 · (which seems crazy to me on such a low compression engine). 5 liter V-8 engine to help accomplish a full renovation of my elderly mother's house. Jun 18, 2007 · so I want to run the engine a little cooler to let's say 170 and have the the added assurance of keeping the engine a little cooler until it is totally broke in, I can run a 170 flow thru termostat and add a cooler for when I need it. 290 @ 132. Jun 19, 2012 · Check your vibration dampener, it could be loose on the snout. I pulled the 460 out of my 1995 Class A, at 140,000 miles, to install a stroker. If the OP can run E-85 would be a good choice on stock early 460. 07-30-2024 05:47 AM Dec 8, 2012 · First, I have an Edelbrock 1406 carb. Come join the Jan 17, 2006 · Performance Components for the 429/460 Engine Family 460 Ford Forum. Once I did that, I found the other was almost impossible to turn by Dec 6, 2007 · 460 The 385 series Ford motors (429/460) were the product of the 427 racing years. com forum members and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and viewpoints of the site owners, moderators, Shelby American, any other replica manufacturer, Ford Motor Company. Apr 5, 2009 · 100lbs more torque with the 460 but it weighs about that much more. Jun 25, 2009 · This is for 460 Ford motors with 4. the motor Mar 4, 2009 · For Sale C-6 Tranny for 460/429 motor. Apr 29, 2024 · 1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks - 460 Engine F-250 - I recently purchased a used 1989 Ford F-250 (4x4) with the huge big block 460 engine which is a 7. May 24, 2022 · I guess since I strongly request newbies to introduce themselves on my forum I should on this one. May 25, 2006 · The 429-460 motor perches that ford used in 68 up were all thesame T-bird, Lincoln, LTD etc This is what I would do: Get a set of 68,69, 70 T-bird 429 motor mounts, they should also be the same as a 70 Lincoln. Nov 24, 2009 · And if you are going to purchase heads seperately, then any engine will do, even a 1988-up 460 FI engine since you will not use the heads in this particular build. When he built the motor the engine builder told him it would cost a lot more to built it compared to the 460 due to the lack of parts. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Oct 10, 2009 · The motor was built for a pulling truck but was put in a mud truck instead. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Jul 1, 2022 · Good afternoon everyone. 460 Ford Forum A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and enthusiasts. 5L 460 engine is extremely reliable. Come join the discussion about performance, modifications, horsepower, tuning, build specifications, and more! Show Less May 7, 2015 · 500 hp@5500 rpm or less with a stock stroke 460, D3 heads, a single 850 cfm carb, thru transom logs, a flat tappet cam, and on 89 octane pump gas is a reatlively tall order. 204/214 486/512 lift. this will be my second 385 series based 460 build. 14 60 Ft. If you want to convert your 429 to a 460, just get a 460 rotating assy and bolt it in. 7K posts 37K members Engine Tech Chilly's Garage The Auction Block General Tech Car Buildup Forum. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Jan 14, 2019 · 460 Ford Forum. May 28, 2018 · Big Block V8 - 385 Series (6. Mar 11, 2014 · I have a 460 i am putting in a 74 torino. Apr 22, 2007 · -Dave 1983 F-250 4x4- 472, NP435, NP205, D60/10. they do like the gas , but hey it's a big engine . 460 Ford Forum. 672. Can the 460 fit without major modifications to the car? Sep 6, 2021 · If your's is the factory engine, 460. be happy, eat your honey. Jump to Latest 6K views 33 replies 7 participants 460 Ford Forum. 7K posts 37K members Since 2006 A forum community dedicated to Ford big block owners and Aug 26, 2014 · The engine is a 460 out of a '77 LTD. jbwh bor nvbao wfiw qxelnxq jhqgkyp pvfzg rnuy bufmzfi fyb