Guys, I just found out my 351 Cleveland has 2V heads. I know the 4V heads have bigger ports and valves, and are capable of higher power levels at higher revs. What I don't know is, what is my 2V engine capable of? Is it just a boat anchor because of it's heads, or is there some real potential? Right now I have no idea what pistons are in it, I would assume they're stock, whatever came on a "normal" 2V engine. What was the usual? It has headers, an Edelbrock F351 2V intake, a Holley 6619 600 CFM vac secondary carb, MSD 6AL ignition. I have no idea what cam is in there, she idles like Dad's old LTD so if it's anything, it 'aint much. I guess the questions I have are:
I need to rebuild the carb. Do I rebuild this one, or is there a better carb choice?
Best guess for compression ratio
Should I bother putting a cam in, or does the 2V head make it a lost cause
Does the low compression ratio make it a lost cause?
If I remove the
oil pan while the engine is out, with the underside of the pistons have ID numbers letting me know what the compression is?
If it pays to change cams, what cam should I put in (standard trans., by the way)
Given what I have now, but with the cam and carb you suggest, what estimated power levels am I looking at?
This engine had an automatic transmission behind it when I got the Cobra (hey, don't blame me - I didn't do it). What flywheel should I put on? I've seen zero balance, 28(?) oz, and fifty something oz. What does this engine need? Recommended clutch?
Does anyone out there make an engine mounted radiator fill tank like the FE's use for the Cleveland?
Thanks, guys, I know us new Cleveland owners can be a pain, but it's my first Cleveland, and I know zero about them.