Who makes the Shelby alum. block?

[kanuck]

Mike if these blocks are based on ford original blueprints, how come an old style ford starter won't bolt on or fit, you have to use a modern mini style starter?
Dean

[dynoroom]

Originally Posted by kanuck

Mike if these blocks are based on ford original blueprints, how come an old style ford starter won't bolt on or fit, you have to use a modern mini style starter?
Dean

The key word is "based" when we made the block we wanted siamese cylinder bores. This reqiured us to move the water jacket out to maintain proper cooling and it is the water jacket that causes the interference. If you look closely at the Pond block he has done the same thing but has a relief to clear the starter. Some things are easier when you see other peoples projects.
Who uses a stock starter anyway?

[davetherave]

I had an engine builder in CT build me a Shelby Alum block 427 engine for $17,000. It was bored to 462 and dynoed at 510 HP.