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Originally Posted by RodKnock
I'm not an engine builder, but I'd check on this first. I don't think much of anything can be used when you upgrade from the 390/428 (faux FE  ) architecture to a Pond 427/482 (sideoiler). At the very least, the rings, pistons, heads/valves, rockers, cam, intake and carb would have to be changed. However, everyone will correct me if I'm wrong.  |
Unless I'm mistaken Barry has a set of heads that fit both 390 and 427 bore sizing, so valvez and valve train would be mostly ok.
Crank & rods could be recycled. As could intake, ignition & distributor, other miscellaneous parts like alternator, pulleys,
Oil, water & fuel pumps lines pans... etc... All reusable Id have thought. No?
One could spec a carb that would accommodate both (with jetting changes), like a QF 700 or similar.
Pistons and rings, would need changing.
Brent and Barry would certainly know.
But seemingly an upfront saving of about $5k block.