What's the appeal of an aluminum engine block?

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Originally Posted by YerDugliness

It's been done, Ed...sort of. The Ford 351 Cleveland was a fantastic motor and had to be discontinued here in the US waaaay too early in its life (thank goodness our Australian friends had more time with them, and at a time when there were not too many environmental barriers). At least two individuals have tried to bring an alloy Cleveland block to market and, IIRC, one of the parties did bring a few. His problem involved limited financial reserves and a fairly limited target population, so I don't think the production continues.

The endeavor is difficult enough that few feel compelled to pursue the task and even fewer manage to succeed.

Cheers!!

Doug

My point exactly Doug. I couldn't agree with you more. It is a daunting task both financially and from a manufacturing perspective .

Ed