06-05-2014, 01:00 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Yukon,
OK
Cobra Make, Engine: Shell Valley, windsor motor
Posts: 15
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I have a 392 stroked Windsor in my shell valley car, and love it. I considered the option of the 427 when my builder here in Oklahoma discussed it with me. He advised against the 427 due to "extreme rod angles" and generally higher stress on the internal components of the motor. My 392 makes 480 horse...so it works fine for me and has a nice torque curve, so no regrets, but I did think it would be cool to actually have the 427 in a small block. all that being said, I know several people who have had 427 strokers and had great experiences with them. GENERALLY said...I have always heard the more extreme the stroke geometry, the theoretical shorter the life of the motor due to increased internal stresses. Regardless of what motor you are running, big or small block, any make or manufacturer...
again...what I have heard from "reputable" builders and read in some literature. but its just my .02.
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