What block to run???

Dan Gray

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Im looking into building an engine that can handle up to 20lbs of boost.
Im looking to start off around the 600hp level and move on up. I have heard that 550-600hp is the limit on the stock 5.0L blocks.

I will be building another 331 cu.in. engine but i don't know what is the best block to go with?(by "best" i mean easily accessible, decently priced, has stock bolt patterns, stuff like that)

Do i buy a Ford Racing Block, World Block, Dart Block???

What are your opinions.......
Thanks

 

brad8750

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I have used "R" blocks and never had a problem. All parts interchange, with in reason, and we have made 800-1400 HP depending on boost and application.

 

Dan Gray

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OK, and i assume you just order those from the Ford Catolge?

 

bluevenom867

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Dart Iron Eagle,loved mine.Machined out very well.

 

Paul Perreca

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world i heard is nice

 

wht93gtEd

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i have no experience with this, but the World Man-o-War block looks pretty nice; from the reviews that I've read.

 

Woodrow

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Dart Iron Eagle only way to go, I have had 2 r blocks and built a combo for a buddy with a man o war, they are a nice peice but the dart is superior imo.

 

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Woodrow said:

Dart Iron Eagle only way to go, I have had 2 r blocks and built a combo for a buddy with a man o war, they are a nice peice but the dart is superior imo.

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go dart or go home, do as search you'll see that w/ the amount of machineing need on an R302 that you gonna be close to a Dart.

 

Dan Gray

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Ya, from the little research i have done so for it looks like the Dart Iron Eagle is teh way to go.

Thanks for everyones opinions. Im going to continue looking into this alot more....