Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-02-2017, 08:44 AM
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Re: New block
Okay guys so maybe it's too early to have fun with names and such but what else can we do at this point? I'm excited to see this come to fruition
But anyhow I was at the Coke Zero 400 in Daytona...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
07-02-2017, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Ron if this new better flowing block could deliver .75 hp per cubic inch you're knocking on 200 hp.
That's what we need.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-22-2017, 01:24 PM
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Replies: 386
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-22-2017, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
I believe Tod's last name is Buttermore. But that has a nice ring to it just the same.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-22-2017, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 386
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-21-2017, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Another one I thought might be cool would be the "LEGACY" block.
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-21-2017, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Hi fellas, I am kicking this thread back to the top to learn if there is a need to "name" this new block.
It's common knowledge that new products need to be marketed. We also have names for...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-11-2017, 03:33 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-07-2017, 08:06 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Hey gang, General Motors built enough sbc's to encircle the Earth and yet there are quite a few aftermarket companies make blocks for one reason or another.
There are even more aftermarket...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-06-2017, 02:07 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
To put this in perspective guys a standard Ford 3 3/4" crank would be a 1/4" stroker crank in either a 351 Ford or a 350 Chevy if it would fit.
There is a reason why Flathead Fords give a...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-06-2017, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Well Tod don't push yourself too hard. People on a mission often do. Get back on your feet and feel better.
As far as 3 3/8" bores go that would be a Godsend as will the prospect of minimal...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2017, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
I honestly think that a person wanting a stock look to their Flathead could easily utilize nearly all the exterior parts.
If built in a certain way I think this block could also be outfitted to...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-04-2017, 09:35 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Can't wait to see the images for the porting inserted into the block.
It sounds like you're designing really nice ports and also leaving material there for the folks that want to take it to the...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-02-2017, 10:12 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Hot exhaust gasses want to expand. This is why you see very high volume exhaust manifolds on engines used in such applications as heavy trucks and boats.
The difference here is the exhaust flow...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
06-01-2017, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-30-2017, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Tod, just a quick comment on cylinder head bolts, blind holes and deck thickness. I understand that Mark Kirby decided to go to, I think, 3/8" heads bolts for a couple reasons.
First and foremost...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-30-2017, 05:39 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
That Jeep engine is interesting in the positioning of the intake and exhaust ports.
Notice that the intake port centerline is lower than the exhaust?
Well I think that was done to prioritize...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-29-2017, 10:08 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Very true Ron but we're just talking right now.
On the other hand the "other" best way to improve the aspect ratio between the periphery of the intake valve and the cylinder bore is very simply...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-29-2017, 05:59 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
B & S I'm intrigued with your idea of spreading the valve centerlines apart a little bit more. I think some careful thought should be given to not shrouding the intake valve more as a result of...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-28-2017, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Another thought that doesn't have anything to do with this project technically but what would be a possible way to market and service this block?
Tod do you have plans afoot on this subject? Will...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-28-2017, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-28-2017, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
I am bumping this thread because it promises to be one of the most important and exciting developments in the Flathead V8 world for many years.
Anyone have anything more to add?
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-27-2017, 08:01 AM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
I agree Scott, for the most part a standard 8BA can be outfitted to repower anything all the way back to the '32's.
We must keep this in perspective. A new block until recently was considered an...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-24-2017, 07:21 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Ron if this new block could breathe well enough to provide even .75 hp per cube your 276" street engine would be over 200hp.
I would love to have 200 hp with the Flatty's nice fat torque curve in...
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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53)
05-23-2017, 12:01 PM
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Replies: 386
Views: 164,217
Re: New block
Do small block chevies get a asterisk when they use a Dart block with a relocated camshaft and SB2 canted valve cylinder heads?
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