351 SVO in a 66??

Dster20 · 11-26-2001, 01:32 AM

I was curious if anyone out there knew much about the 351 SVO blocks. I have just recenlty learned about SVO blocks, and want to know more about them. I own a '66 coupe, and want to do a 351 swap. I know a 351W will fit in a 66 with no major modifications. I was wondering if the same was true with a SVO block. Also I am looking at backing it up with a T5, Tremec, or T-56. How difficult would that be with a SVO block? Also, what good internal combos work great with a SVO (crank, rods, pistons, cam, etc, etc, etc.)

macx · 11-26-2001, 04:08 AM

First, you'd want a stout trans behind something like that - a T-5 definitely not.

check these sites for SVO info:

http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerc...6&cgrfnbr=2256 (for ford crate engines & assemblies & blocks)

http://www.oemfordparts.com/lineindex.asp?LineID=1
(also for engines/blocks/parts)

http://www.FORDPARTSNETWORK.COM/ for good discounts on gen Ford parts

the SVO block is hi end strength & cost, for
heavy duty racing, probably overkill for anything
else. Check out the 351 Sportsman blocks, careful, not the reman but the newsly out 351 Sportsman. Otherwise, even a good 94-up truck 351W is plenty sturdy for hot street and is a roller block.

Dster20 · 11-26-2001, 06:51 PM

I appreciate the links. They are very usefull. By the way you talk, it sounds like it will fit just was well as a 351W, but I just wanted to clarify that if anyone knows, or get a specific statement. I'm not looking to hack on the shock towers to make it fit. I want to leave as much alone as possible, just to keep it as original as I can.

Ron1 · 12-01-2001, 12:19 AM

Why not stroke a 302 out to 331 or 347 inches, and use the B10 block. Its between the stock block and the R302. With 11.00/1 compression it will make plenty of power. Get set up with a stroker kit from someone like www.jdsperformance.com, select a mild roller cam, and your set.

Ron

jwboner · 12-03-2001, 03:06 AM

The SVO block is actually shorter than the windsor by about 0.3" or so, just check in a ford "svo" catalog. If the taller blocks fit then I don't see a reason why the shorter one wouldn't.

11-26-2001, 01:32 AM	#1
Dster20 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Mendon, IL, USA Posts: 10	351 SVO in a 66?? I was curious if anyone out there knew much about the 351 SVO blocks. I have just recenlty learned about SVO blocks, and want to know more about them. I own a '66 coupe, and want to do a 351 swap. I know a 351W will fit in a 66 with no major modifications. I was wondering if the same was true with a SVO block. Also I am looking at backing it up with a T5, Tremec, or T-56. How difficult would that be with a SVO block? Also, what good internal combos work great with a SVO (crank, rods, pistons, cam, etc, etc, etc.)

11-26-2001, 04:08 AM	#2
macx Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Gordonville MO USA Posts: 448	SVO First, you'd want a stout trans behind something like that - a T-5 definitely not. check these sites for SVO info: http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerc...6&cgrfnbr=2256 (for ford crate engines & assemblies & blocks) http://www.oemfordparts.com/lineindex.asp?LineID=1 (also for engines/blocks/parts) http://www.FORDPARTSNETWORK.COM/ for good discounts on gen Ford parts the SVO block is hi end strength & cost, for heavy duty racing, probably overkill for anything else. Check out the 351 Sportsman blocks, careful, not the reman but the newsly out 351 Sportsman. Otherwise, even a good 94-up truck 351W is plenty sturdy for hot street and is a roller block.

11-26-2001, 06:51 PM	#3
Dster20 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Mendon, IL, USA Posts: 10	will it fit? I appreciate the links. They are very usefull. By the way you talk, it sounds like it will fit just was well as a 351W, but I just wanted to clarify that if anyone knows, or get a specific statement. I'm not looking to hack on the shock towers to make it fit. I want to leave as much alone as possible, just to keep it as original as I can.

12-03-2001, 03:06 AM	#5
jwboner Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Under the hood Posts: 164	it will fit? The SVO block is actually shorter than the windsor by about 0.3" or so, just check in a ford "svo" catalog. If the taller blocks fit then I don't see a reason why the shorter one wouldn't. __________________ 65 fastback 347 DFI injected w/vic jr, TFS heads, MSD, cable clutch TKO, 3.70 9", tc subframe conns, custom traction bars, griffen alum radiator, armored fuel cell, and torq thrust D's Retrofitted Prelude seats. Vintage Air underdash kit. Fiberglass here and there too More on the way all the time.

12-01-2001, 12:19 AM	#4
Ron1 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Vancouver, WA USA Posts: 439	Why not stroke a 302 out to 331 or 347 inches, and use the B10 block. Its between the stock block and the R302. With 11.00/1 compression it will make plenty of power. Get set up with a stroker kit from someone like www.jdsperformance.com, select a mild roller cam, and your set. Ron