339 C.i. Aluminum Flathead..ready To Go To G.n.r.s.

Can someone post pics and videos from the show for all us unlucky folk who can't attend??


I'd love to hear this thing run.


Heck, I'd even commit to a year of 60 hour work weeks (overtime) so I could afford one.

I have a number of rebuilt and ready for rebuilding blocks here and my thought was that I was expecting to spend 8 to 10 K for a strong Flathead for under neath the blower.

That 8 to 10k would be supplied in lumps as the engine gets 'built' over the next year at the local machinists.

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For 10 to 14 K a person could get a Significantly lighter and stronger block for the roadster.

I could end up with a 2000lb car running a cast block or cut the total weight by 10 to 15% (more?) with an aluminum block which will translate to a much quicker et in the quarter.


It's something to think about especially when a person is considering 8 or 10 k for a rebuilt Flathead worthy of a blower.




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You should have, not only would you have had an opportunity to see and hear this run in person...BUT we could have FINALLY met in person.

The guys were more then happy to fire it up whenever anyone asked.

 

Here is a picture of Ferguson's Ardun block, and this was 2005 at the L.A. Roadster Show.


http://groups.msn.com/FordFlathead1932to1953/laroadstershow2005.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=3641



IMHO

 

Is it traditional? - NO
Is it banned by the SCTA? - YES

Now who would want one just for few extra HP bragging rights ????

 

George Poteet comes to mind immediantly

 

You're kidding right? I thought more horsepower was what this game was about.

I think the statement about the SCTA banning this engine is a bit mis- leading don't you. You can most certainly bolt this engine in your hot rod and go land speed racing. I think what you mean is it's not eligible for the "XF" classes. So what!? Are'nt records and trophys just for bragging rights as well? Curious as it is though there are many aftermarket blocked and headed Chevrolets out there but they're OK, correct? Why the double standards?

Oh yeah one last thing, HP numbers really are for bragging. Torque is what moves you. Torque is what Flatmotors generously provide, and this 339 incher will be no exception.

 

Ah well Denise; once again FATE intervened!
It would have been nice to see the engine, and YOU!!

 

Man, I'm diggin' those exhaust flanges. Sure sounded nice!

Kinda funny that in one shot, all you see behind it is the ATM sign.
Certainly gonna take some dough to step up to that!

H.R.L.C.-Thanks for posting the picts. & vid.

 

Actually the SCTA is making a new class for aluminum and large C.I. Flatheads......Was told that at the GNRS...

And Denise It was awesome to meet you....

 

Damn that hting sounds good! thanks!

 

Curious as it is though there are many aftermarket blocked and headed Chevrolets out there but they're OK, correct? Why the double standards?

I wondered about this engine and the french blocks also?? Why the double standard?

 

Ever hear the phrase "he who makes the rules, rules"?

 

i got to the show late saturday, first thing i looked at was the MCF engine, it is a rad motor.... didnt even think to ask if i could hear it run

 

It's not traditional, but it's still cool.

It's like 'glass body - except it's better than the original.

Like a repop AL body, which would be killer

 

Don Fergason has been making alum. Ardun blocks for the better part of 3 years, I've seen them and they are nice looking blocks. Pull him up on Google.--TV

 

Great... But that intake is kinda ugly!!

 

yep` heads and intake gotta go !