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The 351W strokers are not much good at high RPM racing. I wouldn't trust it much beyond 6K. The 351W also has a 3" main which sounds good when your thinking about engine strength but isn't good for high RPMs. Consider building something with the race block which has 2.749" mains. This is what you would find with a Cleveland but with the ability to use standard 351W parts.

Some possable Ford Racing blocks:
M-6010-M351 9.2 deck height
M-6010-N351 9.5 deck height

The 9.5" deck height is the same as a standard 351W block so you would have more choices for intake manifolds. Get a good forged crank with a stock stroke and you'll be able to run with the best of them.

JLW - FYI, there is a link at the bottom of the page that you can use to subscribe to the tread without posting. I use this feature often when I just want to follow along.