Progress Thread 351W 4FTE Build Part 1 & Part 2

HI Guys,
Back in March I asked some final questions regarding updating an old GT40 crate engine. Here are some pics from the update.
Starting with draining the radiator (no petcock) and removing the exhaust I began with the disassembly.



Dirty Old Trans Pan:

Dirty GT40 crate on the stand:


F4TE Blocks are set up for Roller Cam, So the .498 lift cam was replaced by a Comp Cams HE274HR cam


Prepping the TFS Heads - Drilling out the bolt holes for 351W, swapping single springs for double springs


The Roller Cam required a change in pushrods (8.050) and PTV clay test.

Healthy dish on the 4FTE block


351 scrubbed and painted.



Back in


Accessories On:


Intake and Carb On:




Trans filter and fluid changed while I was at it:


All done:


So my covid-19 break allowed for a leisurely 2 month swap. I worked on it when it was warm and when I was in a good mood. It actually starts easier and runs smoother with the roller cam even though I gained a half inch in lift. Car pulls hard and obliterates 225 tires all through 1st and 2nd gear. All in all, a worthwhile swap.

WhiteCobra95 said:

Nice job!

What are you running for headers?

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I'm using shorty unequal length headers. As far as who made them not exactly sure, I bought them in 1997! Maybe BBK?