Hello All,
I have been doing some research on a resto rod project for my 84 Convertible. I have found some interesting weights of the 4.6L engine versus the 5.0L engine. The weight of the aluminum block version is typically listed as 425LBS whereas the 5.0L iron block is typically listed as 411LBS. I find this number weird when I compare the spec sheet on Darts Iron block 302 @ 160lbs and Sean Highlands’ book quotes the 4.6L Aluminum block at 85.40 lbs. With all accessories, water pumps, AC, intakes and such pretty much weighing the same I can’t see a 5.0 overcoming a 74.60LBS weight handicap. Any insight anyone has would be appreciated.
Thanks
I have been doing some research on a resto rod project for my 84 Convertible. I have found some interesting weights of the 4.6L engine versus the 5.0L engine. The weight of the aluminum block version is typically listed as 425LBS whereas the 5.0L iron block is typically listed as 411LBS. I find this number weird when I compare the spec sheet on Darts Iron block 302 @ 160lbs and Sean Highlands’ book quotes the 4.6L Aluminum block at 85.40 lbs. With all accessories, water pumps, AC, intakes and such pretty much weighing the same I can’t see a 5.0 overcoming a 74.60LBS weight handicap. Any insight anyone has would be appreciated.
Thanks