Learning about the Ford FE engine.

[Emmanueld]

Hi guys, for those who want to learn more about the Ford FE engine, from  352 to 428 cubes.
   
   http://www.network54.com/Forum/74182/
   
   This is a very good forum with tons of info about the beloved and unusual Ford big/medium block installed in our Cobras and AC Fruas.
   
   I think it's quite interesting for those who want to learn more about this iconic engine! Over the years, they had dyno testing of various intake manifolds, cams, etc. I think its called "Intake Manifold Shootout" if one does a search there.. In brief, tons of info. I will post various interesting sites about the FE on this thread. The good thing about the FE is that one can build a very strong motor with mostly factory parts and keep the engine looking original.
   
   Emmanuel[]

[Emmanueld]

Good source for FE parts!
   
   http://www.carlsfordparts.com/
   
   Emmanuel[]

[Emmanueld]

There are a couple of good sites with tons of info on the 428 Cobra-jet engine.
   
   Now imagine a Frua with a "Cammer" engine, I have seen a Cobra 427 with one of those, quite something!
   
   http://www.wrljet.com/fordv8/
   
   http://428cobrajet.com/
   
   Emmanuel[]

[Emmanueld]

I found an article in Car Craft magazine in how to build a cheap 500HP FE  motor.
   
   http://www.carcraft.com/techarticles/ccrp_0808_ford_390_fe/viewall.html
   
   Emmanuel[]

[Emmanueld]

How to know for sure what FE motor you have:
   
   http://www.fordification.com/tech/castingnumbers-FEblock.htm
   
   The engine that was in my car had a service block for example. It is either a replacement engine added later on or It was installed by AC since the car is a late model and supply of FEs became scarce. Jeffrey's car has a Police block.
   
   Here is a link to Dove manufacturing, they have been around for many years and are responsible for some of the best components used in FEs.  They also make new parts that often use Ford casting numbers.
   
   http://www.doveengineparts.com/
   
   
   Emmanuel[]