[DavidNJ]

There are many old FE blocks around. And can be used in 'crate motor', although not from Ford. I believe Keith Craft, Genesis, and Shelby used new aftermarket blocks.

The block is probably the old 'Ford' part used by many builders. Aftermarket blocks tend to compete on the higher end of the market...$2+k for the block.

As for me, I think I would like to use the CHI 185 3v heads. Sort of a new Boss 302 (347?).