anyone running a 482 stroker?

[philminotti]

I just ordered a Pond 482 shortblock from Keith Craft. I also ordered it un-assembled. Why? Because I want a hobby. And I can't afford a Kirkham yet anyway. I really don't subscribe to the commonly held belief that one needs some sort of super-natural, Jedi skill to put an FE together. Many folks on this forum have successfully done it, though some have failed spectacularly. Read ALL the available literature. Steve Christ's book is mandatory. The Engine Builder's Handbook by Tom Monroe is also excellent as is Engine Blueprinting by Rick Voegelin. Read every post, from beginning to end in the FE section of this site to learn about the pitfalls. Fordfe.com has members that have forgotten more about the FE than most normal humans will ever know. Ask questions, make no assumptions, measure twice........

That being said, I may fail spectaculary. I think it's also important to be able to afford to fail. If you can't afford to fail, utilizing a professional is probably prudent.

phil

[RICK LAKE]

wrench87 Check out survivalmotorsports with Barry R. Has a good deal on rotation assemblies, balanced and ready to drop in a machined block. He has run in the HR engine masters and done very well with the FE. Gessford Machine would be another one to talk to about a motor, George or Neil. Be careful with that Mass-flo FI system. You may want to look into a TWM setup and F.A.S.T ECU. I run a FAST and very happy with the system. Rick L.

[FUNFER2]

Phil- What is the apx. total cost of this motor, un-assembled ?
You may email me if needed.
Thanks,
Kev

[philminotti]

Kev-

I don't think it's beneficial to anyone to start throwing numbers around publicly. Quotes are available from all the builders.

You have mail.

phil

[undy]

Kieth's da man!

[Dwight]

You will not go wrong by letting Keith build your motor!!!!!!!!!!!
He is cheaper than building it yourself and it's done right the first time. You will tear up parts, buy the wrong parts, etc. etc

Dwight

[jdog]

Please post pictures, both before.................................and after!

Good Luck, your gonn'a need it!
jdog & don't call me foolish!
P.S. OK guy's who's gonn'a start the pool on this one?