What block to run???

[Dan Gray]

Im looking into building an engine that can handle up to 20lbs of boost.
Im looking to start off around the 600hp level and move on up. I have heard that 550-600hp is the limit on the stock 5.0L blocks.

I will be building another 331 cu.in. engine but i don't know what is the best block to go with?(by "best" i mean easily accessible, decently priced, has stock bolt patterns, stuff like that)

Do i buy a Ford Racing Block, World Block, Dart Block???

What are your opinions.......
Thanks

 

[brad8750]

I have used "R" blocks and never had a problem. All parts interchange, with in reason, and we have made 800-1400 HP depending on boost and application.

 

[Dan Gray]

OK, and i assume you just order those from the Ford Catolge?

 

[bluevenom867]

Dart Iron Eagle,loved mine.Machined out very well.

 

[Paul Perreca]

world i heard is nice

 

[wht93gtEd]

i have no experience with this, but the World Man-o-War block looks pretty nice; from the reviews that I've read.

 

[Woodrow]

Dart Iron Eagle only way to go, I have had 2 r blocks and built a combo for a buddy with a man o war, they are a nice peice but the dart is superior imo.

 

[strokedandblown]

Dart Iron Eagle only way to go, I have had 2 r blocks and built a combo for a buddy with a man o war, they are a nice peice but the dart is superior imo.

go dart or go home, do as search you'll see that w/ the amount of machineing need on an R302 that you gonna be close to a Dart.

 

[Dan Gray]

Ya, from the little research i have done so for it looks like the Dart Iron Eagle is teh way to go.

Thanks for everyones opinions. Im going to continue looking into this alot more....