engine upgrade

[robert montvill]

I have a 351 windsor, i am planning on converting it to a 408 with a stroker kit. Has anyone out there done this mod? Should i be aware of any issues that may arise, especially overheating?
Thanks,
Bob

[Rwillia4]

Bob,

You may want to repost this in the SB engine section. I am sure it will get more visability and more responses.

Good luck

[Tim Brewer]

Lots of guys have done that, common as water. Do it..

[bobcowan]

He's right. It's a very common conversion. Don't be afraid to do it.

The only thing you really need to check is oil pan clearance. Depending on the parts used, there can be a small interferance problem with the #8 rod and a Canton pan. It's not much, only about 1/8" or so.

After you get all the pistons installed, put the pan on without a gasket. Spin the crank a couple of times. If it hits, just make a small adjustment with a hammer.

[Doug I]

Just a small clarification to the above .....

When making the adjustment with the hammer ... adjust the pan not the crank One option will work .... the other option ..... won't

and a final clarification to the clarification .... make sure you don't crease the pan or have a tight fold when the metal could develop a fatigue crack.