blykins
Thanks for your thoughts.
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Originally Posted by blykins
Which Trick Flow heads are you using? Keep in mind that if you use a twisted wedge head, that you'll need different pistons.
Also, keep an eye on piston/valve clearance. Those 5.0 engines don't lend much in the way of room and if you go much over .500" lift, you'll run into some issues depending on the camshaft.
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The heads are TrickFlow Twisted Wedge 170s (PN: TFS-51400004).
These have been used on a few SBFs here with no change of pistons.
TrickFlow website also states, “Trick Flow® Twisted Wedge® heads are the only aftermarket heads that can run 2.020 in./1.600 in. valves with stock, unmodified pistons and performance camshafts up to 0.550 in. lift” (
Trick Flow® Twisted Wedge® 170 Cylinder Heads for Small Block Ford: TFS-51400004 - trickflow.com)
Regardless, I will heed your advice and check the clearances carefully.
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Originally Posted by blykins
While you have it out, it would be a really good time to put new rings and bearings in it, along with gaskets and a rear main seal.
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Thanks, I am tending towards doing at least the rings and bearings while the engine is out. Also, every (?) gasket and
oil seal will be replaced.
Cheers
Geof