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Rev · 10-04-2002, 10:01 PM

I think the FE's are relatively heavy as compared to more modern blocks. I think Shelby does make heads and intakes as well as Edelbrock. You can make that 390 into a 450 HP engine with only easily available parts if you want. Weight will always be a factor though even with al heads, intake, etc.

Rev

10-04-2002, 10:01 PM	#8
Rev Registered Member Join Date: Nov 1998 Location: Houston, Tx. Posts: 3,887	390 is heavy I think the FE's are relatively heavy as compared to more modern blocks. I think Shelby does make heads and intakes as well as Edelbrock. You can make that 390 into a 450 HP engine with only easily available parts if you want. Weight will always be a factor though even with al heads, intake, etc. Rev __________________ '66 Coupe, 306, 350-375 HP, C-4, 13.07 e.t., 104.8 mph, 1/4 mi. O.B.C. #2 '66 coupe