351w or 400bigblock what has more run what you think?

aonick · 08-08-2001, 03:28 AM

I have a bigblock 400 im thinin about sellin it and getin a 351 parts are not hard to find 400 i cant get a 5 speed tranny

BlackFly · 08-08-2001, 11:28 PM

i would go with the 351w, its not as big or heavy , its got a whole lot more readily available performance parts, and it fits alot better. everything about the 351w is easier, however, some guys out there just love a challenge.no known 5 spd. i can think of, or aod for that matter. or headers for that combo that i have heard of.

aonick · 08-08-2001, 11:37 PM

how much you think i can sell my 400 6.5L on ebay for

macx · 08-11-2001, 07:07 PM

That 400 bellhousing pattern is the same as
the 429/460's. So any manual trans that
fits those should work, incl Richmond 5 & 6 speeds, etc.

The 400 can make some awesome torque and 400+ hp pretty easy, but real hi-po parts don't really exist, and there's more parts for the 351W if you're looking for 450 or more. Also, the 400 is hard to fit into many chassis, and would require custom headers.

Oldschoolpony · 08-12-2001, 10:10 AM

I agree with macx. To a point. I think for your app. the 400BB is a waste of time. you could get 400 CI from a 351 with a stroker kit. and the engine would be lighter. If your have your mind set on a BB find a late model 460 or a 429<--a bit pricey... Lots available for those and will make tremendous power (stroked) Finding HiPo parts for a 400 is harder than finding hipo parts for a FE and I had a hell of a time when I built my last 406 (428 block w/390 crank)

aonick · 08-13-2001, 01:48 AM

i think im going to sell my 400 on ebay and get me a 351w

08-08-2001, 03:28 AM	#1
aonick Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: baton rouge la usa Posts: 42	351w or 400bigblock what has more run what you think? I have a bigblock 400 im thinin about sellin it and getin a 351 parts are not hard to find 400 i cant get a 5 speed tranny

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08-08-2001, 11:28 PM	#2
BlackFly Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: winnipeg , manitoba , canada Posts: 83	i would go with the 351w, its not as big or heavy , its got a whole lot more readily available performance parts, and it fits alot better. everything about the 351w is easier, however, some guys out there just love a challenge.no known 5 spd. i can think of, or aod for that matter. or headers for that combo that i have heard of.

08-08-2001, 11:37 PM	#3
aonick Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: baton rouge la usa Posts: 42	how much you think i can sell my 400 6.5L on ebay for

08-11-2001, 07:07 PM	#4
macx Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: Gordonville MO USA Posts: 448	That 400 bellhousing pattern is the same as the 429/460's. So any manual trans that fits those should work, incl Richmond 5 & 6 speeds, etc. The 400 can make some awesome torque and 400+ hp pretty easy, but real hi-po parts don't really exist, and there's more parts for the 351W if you're looking for 450 or more. Also, the 400 is hard to fit into many chassis, and would require custom headers.

08-12-2001, 10:10 AM	#5
Oldschoolpony Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Gainsville,Fl Posts: 229	I agree with macx. To a point. I think for your app. the 400BB is a waste of time. you could get 400 CI from a 351 with a stroker kit. and the engine would be lighter. If your have your mind set on a BB find a late model 460 or a 429<--a bit pricey... Lots available for those and will make tremendous power (stroked) Finding HiPo parts for a 400 is harder than finding hipo parts for a FE and I had a hell of a time when I built my last 406 (428 block w/390 crank)

08-13-2001, 01:48 AM	#6
aonick Registered Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: baton rouge la usa Posts: 42	i think im going to sell my 400 on ebay and get me a 351w