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Qikbbstang

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FE Alum Blocks
« on: June 09, 2016, 09:00:25 AM »
I believe the SHELBY blocks are fairly radical as far as retaining the "original" configuration and other aftermarket FE alum blocks (when available) closely resemble a production block.   Are the Pond, BBM etc alum blocks essentially alum copies of production blocks with sleeves?

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Re: FE Alum Blocks
« Reply #1 on: June 09, 2016, 09:51:18 AM »
Nope.

BBM aluminum blocks aren't out yet.

Pond blocks don't have rear oil bypasses.  They also have structural ribs across the lifter valley.  Few minor differences....o-ring'd AN fitting for the rear main galley plug, doweled caps, etc, etc. 
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Re: FE Alum Blocks
« Reply #2 on: June 09, 2016, 03:32:13 PM »
It's been a while since I've seen it discussed, but don't I remember that the basic Shelby casting started off being closer to a hemi casting and was then moved around as necessary to accommodate the FE architecture?

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Re: FE Alum Blocks
« Reply #3 on: June 09, 2016, 03:46:11 PM »
This must be who Dove is referring to with its claim about their SK block-not a redesigned hemi block- I believe that is what their website states. Anyone know the availability on any blocks right now? I have everything crossed for Jay and his project!

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Re: FE Alum Blocks
« Reply #4 on: June 10, 2016, 09:24:14 AM »
I have an aluminum pond block and they are reinforced in the lifter valley to start and other improvements.  if your looking for a block that looks the same externally,  yes these are the same