427 Sideoiler heads ID

[marcocsx3121]

Sideoiler this, sideoiler that, enough already. FE heads do not know, and could not care less, about whether the 427 they're sitting on is a side or center oiler.

[ERA Chas]

Originally Posted by marcocsx3121

Sideoiler this, sideoiler that, enough already. FE heads do not know, and could not care less, about whether the 427 they're sitting on is a side or center oiler.

A guy asks for help and this is your contribution??

This is a little joke---right??

[elmariachi]

Originally Posted by marcocsx3121

Sideoiler this, sideoiler that, enough already. FE heads do not know, and could not care less, about whether the 427 they're sitting on is a side or center oiler.

Given that you were more interested in being smug than politely setting the record straight, I'll do it for you:

Many 427 FE side oilers (not all) were built and delivered in medium riser configurations, medium riser denoting the head and intake port dimensions. As a result, many people who are not quite so hung up on semantics, tend to bucketize the side oiler/medium riser/FE label.

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[Blas]

Guys,
My reference to "sideoiler" was merely a way to help identify the head's in question current engine installation. I felt it narrow down their identification eliminating Windsor’s, SB's in general and Honda's Civics.....
I have since learned that the engine was probably purchased as a complete unit from $helby back in the late 1990's. Back then, the wide array of engine manufacturers available today was probably non-existent. As usual, thanks to those offering constructive feedback. CC continues to be the best resource for information in areas outside one's area of expertise...
FYI: This inquiry is related to the all aluminum Superformace MKIII currently listed on eBay. This is the engine installed in the chassis.

[ERA Chas]

Originally Posted by Blas

Guys,
I have since learned that the engine was probably purchased as a complete unit from $helby back in the late 1990's.

For info about it, I again restate the advice to contact Mike LeFevers-he WAS the engine program there then.

[Blas]

Thanks again. I'm just helping out the gentlemen who is offering the alloy SPF car get accurate information. I get a lot of inquiries regarding the past and current Superformance car sales. I have collected extensive records. And always glad to help.