Dart 427w is done

[WardL]

Thanks. That helps! I've heard that about over-stroking the standard Windsor block. Why call it a 427 Windsor when it isn't? How about a 427D? Hey, we maybe onto something here.....

[scottj]

Originally Posted by WardL

Thanks. That helps! I've heard that about over-stroking the standard Windsor block. Why call it a 427 Windsor when it isn't? How about a 427D? Hey, we maybe onto something here.....

Dart refers to their blocks as 302 SB and 351 SB. The fact that the majority of street builds, including this one, use a Windsor head is why most people refer to that combination as a Windsor. When using a Yates, SC1, or D3 head in a racing application they are not referred to as a Windsors.

[427supr]

My 427w install is done and the car is on the road today! I just had to adjust the clutch and dial in other components, and away I went with a big smile on my face. The car is running strong, but have not hammered it yet, do to a brand new engine. I can already hear a difference from my previous 351w to the 427w. The 427 has a lower "growl". I can also feel a obvious increase in torque. A little more tweaking and it will be ready to go.

[twobjshelbys]

Enjoy the new power!