I have a question regarding 460 blocks. I have an early 70's (71, I think)
460 block (casting numbers DIVE 6015AA) that the guy I bought it from told
me came from a Lincoln. I am planning on putting it into a '65 ford F100 2wd
shortbed. I really am trying to avoid using one of those "universal" mount
kits, and have found one that is specifically for 460's going into 65-79
fords. HOWEVER, it say's not for Lincoln blocks :-( . There are additional
engine mount boss's on each side, suggesting the engine mount can be moved.
Does anybody have any idea what the cast numbers list the block as, or if
you can point me to a reference on the 'net that would work too. Also if
anyone has done this type of swap (especially into a '65 or '66) what worked
type of mount/conversion kit worked for you? Thanks in advance.

Don

 

The block is a 429/460 block from 68-78.As far as the swap goes,I am looking at my PAW catalog and TransDapt has a direct bolt-in kit.The kit includes motor mount perches,bushings and hardware.It sells for $113.95 and part #TDP-9720.As far as the "NOT for Lincoln blocks" is concerned, I think it refers to the pre 68 or 69 Lincoln 462 engines.Hope this helps:-) PAW's website is http://www.pawengineparts.com

 

WOO HOO! You are truly the 460 God.

Thanks for your info regarding the 460 confusion. That same kit is the one I had seen and am strongly looking at using.

Don

 

Just thought I'd add my opinion, a 460 block is a 460 block. It doesn't matter if it came in a Lincoln or a Truck. The block has been the same since it was created. The block is also the same as the 429. The ONLY, and I stress ONLY, difference between the 429 and the 460 is the crank. If you have a 429 block and put a 460 crank in it, the motor would then become a 460. It's as simple as that. Also, if you are interested, I know of a way to kicking the cubes on a 460 up to about 514 cubic inches WITHOUT block modifacations. Let me know if you want more information.

Rob

 

Just an addition to the post above.To convert a 429 to a 460 you would have to change the crank AND the pistons because of the pin height.I'm interested in the 460 to 514 swap info.

 

I meant that because if you are far enough into the motor to change the crank, odds are that if you are doing the motor right you will replace the pistons anyway. Give me your e-mail address and I will send you all the information I have about the 460 to 514 increase.

 

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By the stroker kit from FRPP. Bored .030 over it gives you 521 (which is 514, if it's not bored over).

 

You could buy that kit, or do it this other way and save ALOT of money. Up to you.

 

i would really be interested in learning how to get a 460 to 514 increase. so here is my E-mail (jkaintucker(No Email Addresses In Posts!))

ps the info would be greatly appresated

 

You can offest grind your crank and use Chrysler rods. That can get you over 500.

 

TBirdGuy,

Thanks for the ionfo regarding 460 blocks and numbers. I am very interested in the 460-500+ modification, Please send me the information to bolo4u@att.net.

Thanks, Don

 

Ok all, I'll get the information out to everyone ASAP. I have it all wrote down somewhere filed away in my "Useable Information File", I just have to find the stupid thing. It shouldn't take to long.

Rob

 

Okay, okay. I give up. Send me the info, too, please!!! Bigsnag(No Email Addresses In Posts!)

 

The DIVE-AA casting number indicates that the block was installed in a 1971 Lincoln and is second design of that run.
I would suggest that you build your own mounts ,I have found that's it's not difficult and you usually get a better fit when doing so.
One other thing..."a 460 block is not a 460 block".In 1982 the blocks were cast with longer cylinders,and those blocks use a smaller diameter crankshaft that has an add on counterweight.The blocks cast before 1982 will be basiclly the same with exception of the BOSS block.
The 514 conversion is very popular,many companies offer 514 kits,which are a better way to do this unless you have a machine shop around the corner and are into building engines.
Good Luck to all and I hope to have given useful info......Dave.