Engine Decision

danc30 · #1 (**permalink**) 10-18-2006, 07:49 AM

Keith,

Do you have either an aluminum pond or shelby block in 428 FE or are they only available in 427 FE?

I talked to Tony at your shop yesterday and he said only the 427s are available in aluminum from both shelby and pond, but I remember someone here posting that they had a KC 428 FE all aluminum motor.

I'm just trying to pin down what my motor will be. (already decided that you will build it for me) I Want either a 427 or 428 FE with approx 600 to 650 HP and TQ. It will go in a street rod that will see occasional runs down the quarter.

Dan Cook

Poolw · #2 (**permalink**) 10-18-2006, 09:10 AM

Good decision on choosing a Keith Craft motor. He builds super quality engines, balanced and blue printed (you get more HP for your dollar) and he stands behine his work.

Bob In Ct · #3 (**permalink**) 10-18-2006, 09:13 AM

If it's for the street, go with a dual plane manifold. It will have more HP between 2,000 RPM and 4,500 rpm, and a little less at 6,000.

Just my $0.02 worth.

Bob

danc30 · #4 (**permalink**) 10-19-2006, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by danc30

Keith,

Do you have either an aluminum pond or shelby block in 428 FE or are they only available in 427 FE?

I talked to Tony at your shop yesterday and he said only the 427s are available in aluminum from both shelby and pond, but I remember someone here posting that they had a KC 428 FE all aluminum motor.

I'm just trying to pin down what my motor will be. (already decided that you will build it for me) I Want either a 427 or 428 FE with approx 600 to 650 HP and TQ. It will go in a street rod that will see occasional runs down the quarter.

Dan Cook

Going to order my Hurricane tomorrow. I would like to know what you offer to tell the builder.

Poolw · #5 (**permalink**) 10-20-2006, 07:15 AM

Dan, I sure you have seen this link on KC engines- http://www.keithcraft.com/our_engines.html

Keith is generally availalbe at the number listed on this web site. Just call it and ask for him.

Keithc8 · #6 (**permalink**) 10-20-2006, 09:36 PM

We have the Pond and Shelby block in stock ready to go. We have about any part you would need for a complete aluminum FE engine in stock. I might be able to get the blocks in the smaller 428 bore but I do not know how long it would take. I feel the 4.250 bore makes for a better combination on these engines. The larger bore un-shrouds the valves and lets the heads flow better. Just give us a call about your needs and we would be happy to get you a custom quote together for you. Thanks, Keith Craft

danc30 · #7 (**permalink**) 10-21-2006, 09:21 AM

Thanks Keith. I will be calling you when I'm ready to order.



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