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Old 11-27-2010, 05:04 PM
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1953 f100 small block or big block

i just bought a 53 f100, and it already has the volarie torsion bar front end. will this front end hold a 460 big block.
 
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Yes, as long as it's installed correctly. Let's hope the installer did a proper and safe installation for you.

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volarie front end

how will the ride quality be with the volarie front end and a 460 big block, and how much does a 460 weigh.
 
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Google "weight of Ford 460", you'd be surprised how many hits you'll get
 
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720 pounds - 100 pounds of which is intake manifold btw.

The stock 239 flathead motor weighed 570 pounds.
 
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