Roush vs 427FE vs Keith Craft

[jeffgrice]

Originally Posted by hercf16

Still shopping, I have found a few SFCs with Roush 427, one with a 402 and
one with a 427FE, no Keith Craft. Just wondering if anybody had any words
on the Roush stroker vs the 427FE big block.

Herc

Hi Herc,

I have had a Ford Motorsports 460 and a Roush 427 SR. Both motors have served me well.

A 427 FE is an entirely different animal than the crate, roush stroker and custom (e.g. KC).

I think you should first decided if you want a stroked small block or more authentic of the day motor like an FE. That will help focus the feedback.

With regard to Roush motors, while mine has been fine (and many other owners are happy) there are however are unhappy owners (search on this site and you should see some threads). Those unhappy have had heat issues, oil consumption issues and a few where parts failed at 7k miles resulting in a total loss.

I just want you to go into this eyes-wide-open.

For the Roush car you are considering, how many miles are on the motor? I would drill the owner on oil consumption, heat etc. And have it inspected.

Hope this helps.

Jeff