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Title: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: rj4004 on September 06, 2023, 03:26:53 PM

Wanting to build a A/SA NHRA Stocker before I get too old and in search of a block.

Any help is appreciated.  Turning 80 next year and kinda in a hurry. LOL

Thanks
RJ Sledge
4004 Stock and Superstock

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: Gregwill16 on September 06, 2023, 03:34:42 PM

Here is one from a forum member on here.

https://brunsonperformance.com/product/shelby-aluminum-sohc-block/

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: fekbmax on September 06, 2023, 04:05:14 PM

Talk to Chris at Robert Pond motorsports. 

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: TurboChris on September 07, 2023, 02:14:53 PM

Quote from: fekbmax on September 06, 2023, 04:05:14 PM

Talk to Chris at Robert Pond motorsports.

Best advice right there. Ponds are quality blocks. Don't rely on the website showing if they have them. Just give em a call.

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: rj4004 on September 07, 2023, 03:14:23 PM

Aluminum is not a legal piece, but appreciate your help.
Have already talked to Chris and he has a couple of blocks, one small bore (4.100 and can go to 4.280) and a big bore (4.300 that is too large),
NHRA only allows .080 over Std. So doesn’t leave much room.

No heads at this time.  Doug at BBM told me March 2024? For blocks.

Appreciate your help

R J Sledge
NHRA 4004 Stock /Superstock

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: fekbmax on September 07, 2023, 08:56:08 PM

So .280 isn't big enough but .300 is to big ???

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: rj4004 on September 08, 2023, 01:39:09 PM

Sorry Fekbmax, both would work but I would rather find a 4.233-4.250 block,  than spend $6000.00(w/shipping) on a block that I would have to bore and hone to 4.250 or so and then be limited by the 4.280 max bore. 
The 4.300 block would only allow for .013 or so of rehone/mishaps, to maintain the .080 overbore allowance by NHRA.  4.233 std bore + .080= 4.313  Both would work of course, but I would rather find a block that did not require added expense/labor.
I hope you understand.

RJ

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: fekbmax on September 09, 2023, 09:29:33 AM

Quote from: rj4004 on September 08, 2023, 01:39:09 PM

Sorry Fekbmax, both would work but I would rather find a 4.233-4.250 block,  than spend $6000.00(w/shipping) on a block that I would have to bore and hone to 4.250 or so and then be limited by the 4.280 max bore. 
The 4.300 block would only allow for .013 or so of rehone/mishaps, to maintain the .080 overbore allowance by NHRA.  4.233 std bore + .080= 4.313  Both would work of course, but I would rather find a block that did not require added expense/labor.
I hope you understand.

RJ

No need for sorry, I just didn't understand at the time.
I do now though and good luck on your serch..

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: hbstang on September 10, 2023, 09:56:29 PM

just my .02 but maybe you should shop for a built engine.time is not on our side!

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: rj4004 on September 11, 2023, 11:42:49 AM

I build my own motors, but I do agree with you on the “time” issue.

Thanks
RJ

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: blykins on September 11, 2023, 01:59:44 PM

Go for the Pond!

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: McGaviR on September 13, 2023, 08:05:03 AM

I paid for a Sideoiler Garage block a couple of years ago that never got supplied. If you can get it out of Tim mcLoughlin, you are welcome to it!

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: Tunnelwedge on September 15, 2023, 05:50:48 PM

I was just on FB Ford FE Engine enthusiasts and a guy has a new 427 block and other parts in wrappers for sale.
Really high price but when you have the only one...

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=3742586125975822&set=oa.325860543356944

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: Riderjeff on October 09, 2023, 12:56:08 PM

They want a lot, but this is interesting:

https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/pts/d/lake-oswego-ac-427-cobra-engine-cross/7670110927.html

Title: Re: In need of aftermarket 427 block
Post by: Urgefor on October 09, 2023, 01:02:21 PM

Quote

virgin block, never machined

Pay no mind to the connecting rod protruding from the side of the block.   ;)