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Originally Posted by coach36
Looking at alternatives right now, cuz this Coyote thang is real drama and it is hard to get to decent ones.
My budget allows 347's. Good choice?
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Windsor engines have been around forever. You can get incredible amounts of power, drivability, and reliance for relatively little money. They are easy to work on, and parts are available everywhere.
The 347 can be an excellent engine, depending on who builds it. Not an undertaking for an armature, as there is some specialized machining required. You want to be talking with someone who does this on a regular basis, and knows what they're doing.
My last Windsor was built by Mike Forte. If I was looking for another Windsor engine, I wouldn't hesitate to call him again.
Since you're considering a Windsor, you should also consider a 351 based engine. With a stock block you can easily go to 408 cubes. With a Dart Sportsman block, you can to 427 or 454 cubes. Money is about the same as for a 302 based engine.
There's no such thing as too much power, only not enough control.
