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Old 03-10-2010, 02:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Danr55 View Post
CHeck the side of the block. If there are three cross bolted mains, it is definitely a 427. If it does not, it may still be a 427. Check the side of the block below the cylinder walls. Look for cross bolts in the block. If it is cross bolted, it is a 427.
I thought some of the 406's had cross-bolted mains? Also, I thought you could modify any FE for cross-bolted mains?

Although I agree if it has cross-bolted mains, then it is more than likely a 427.
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