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Old 09-03-2006, 12:08 AM   #1
xd5.8l
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Default just bought 429 big block

I've just purchased a thunderjet 429 ci motor out of an early ford thunderbird.

Plan: To make between 450-500hp and be driveable on a daily basis. want to run 11-12 second quarter in xa-xb sedan. Engine runs 10.5:1 comp stock!!!!!!!!!!

COMBO:

-750 vac sec avenger holley
-Edelbrock air gap manifold
-Crow cams 507/536 lift cam 1700-4800rpm
-Hydraulic cam with anti pump up lifters
-Roller rockers/guide plates + stainless steel valves
-Dove heads polished and ported with comb chambers CC'd
-Balanced bottom end running shot peened rods with 'dished' hypertectic pistons
-ARP head, main bolts and rod bolts
-Clevite tri metal race bearings throughout.
-Twin 21/2 inch exhaust with 4-1 extractors
-Engine will run C6 (shift kit) with 2,500 rpm stall

Completion date: Hopefully early next year depending on $$$$$$$$$$

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