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Old 08-27-2012, 10:25 AM
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Default A Myth...

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Originally Posted by rub35 View Post
Ideally a modern aluminum block for the weight savings (big block punch and small block handling)
Well, you can toss that notion out the window -- it's a myth. The difference between a Pond aluminum FE block and an old-style original FE iron block is only 75 lbs. You won't be able to tell the difference. And you can check those weights here: 427 Ford Engine Block, Pond Engine Blocks FAQ
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