New 302 Boss Block From Ford

[Shiloh4065]

I am just starting to research a new motor. Obviously Keith Craft and the Engine Factory are great alternatives, however I'm and at least looking towards building a 302. There are several companies that sell "bottom end kits" including forged crank, forged pistons, and rods, bearings etc. as a set, balanced. Add your cam choice, and in my case, AFR 165 heads, a Edelbrock Performer RPM intake, and Holley 750 carb, and you have a nice motor in the 375 HP range. My question is the block. I have heard mixed reviews of Ford Motorsports crate motors and components. The new 302 'Boss' block sounds like a nice, strong base for a new motor. Is this block "ready to go" upon purchase, or does it require machining? (decking, boring, honing, etc?). This 302 motor is for an FIA car, possibly with a GForce T5 (as I've been hearing questionable comments about Tremec's, and the GForce has an OD 5th gear, rather than the Richmond Gear 5 speed with a 1:1 fifth gear). All comments are appreciated. Happy New Year!!!!! Rick

[KevinM]

I haven't seen the new block yet, so I can't help you there. For the motor you are describing, an ordinary 5.0 Roller block would be fine. If you want something a little stronger use an early (up to 1979) 302 block.

Check the Coast High Performance "Streetfighter" and "Streetfighter Pro-Street" shortblocks.

The 750 carb is too big for that engine. A 650 would be better.

Kevin