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scicala · 07-20-2019, 06:00 PM

I don't buy that for one second. The Y-Block V8 was closer to an FE than a flathead. The same engineering team designed both. Completely different block design with a Y design for more strength with the crankshaft center line well above the oil pan rail.

Sal

07-20-2019, 06:00 PM	#54
scicala Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Detroit suburb, MI Posts: 3,706	Re: 292 312 Ford Engine I don't buy that for one second. The Y-Block V8 was closer to an FE than a flathead. The same engineering team designed both. Completely different block design with a Y design for more strength with the crankshaft center line well above the oil pan rail. Sal