Thinking of Updating to this 427 CUI

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Hi All,

Thinking of updating the plant next year some time and was looking at replacing a warm 5.0 HO with this Ford Racing M-6007-Z427AFT 427 CUI Alloy stroker set up.



The company that created the famous 427 FE engine announces a modern version of the legendary motor. Built on Ford Racing's aluminum Z351 block, the 427 crate engine is engineered and built for drive-ability and durability while still offering a throaty growl. The engine is ideal for street rods, kit cars and all Ford projects requiring big power in a reliable, lightweight package.

Features

427 cubic inches
600 hp @ 6500 rpm (STP), 558 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm (STP)
570 hp @ 6500 rpm (SAE), 530 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm (SAE)
11.0:1 compression ratio (nominal)
Ford Racing aluminum 4-bolt main block M-6010-Z351
Forged Mahle pistons
Forged steel H-beam connecting rods
Solid Roller Cam
Intake duration 258 @ .050" intake
Exhaust duration 260 @ .050" exhaust
Valve lift intake .644"
Valve lift exhaust .653"
Roller Rocker Arms (1.65:1 ratio)
Rocker arm stud girdle
Double Roller Timing Chain M-6268-B302
Forged steel crankshaft
High performance rear sump oil pan M-6675-DRS351 fits most kit cars
CNC ported Ford Racing aluminum "Z" cylinder heads M-6049-Z304P with 2.08"intake valves and 1.60" exhaust valves
High-performance harmonic balancer M-6316-D302
Can be used in kit cars, street rods, Mustangs, Fox-bodied cars and trucks
Depending on your application, a different timing cover, water pump, performance oil pan and pickup may be required. See installation notes
Does not include intake manifold or distributor

Ford Racing M-6007-Z427AFT 427 Aluminum Long Block - Front Sump

So noting that is based on the 351Z, with the same dimensions looking to use the masflo efi for the 351W set up, with maybe upgraded injectors.

The plan would be like so...



and thence



but using this air cleaner....



.....now the weight and dimensions do not seem larger than the current set up, initial research indicates transmission, engine mount,exhaust, wiring and plumbing compatibility...so interested in your thoughts...I like the sound of this firing order as well, so not keen on a chev option.

Cheers Az..(had heaps more in the first post but the site timed out and I lost it)