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Old Aug 29, 2016 | 07:09 PM
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difference between 351m/400

alright guys, need a little help. I need to know if this engine is either a 351m or a 400. the intake manifold has a 400 on it, but I need proof. is there any way to tell without dissecting things? any help is appreciated.
 
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Old Aug 29, 2016 | 08:53 PM
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Stick something in the cylinder and see if it has a 4" stroke for a 400.
 
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If the harmonic balancer is stock, it will be thicker overall than 351M.
 
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Old Aug 30, 2016 | 01:55 AM
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Stick something in the cylinder and see if it has a 4" stroke for a 400.
This gets my vote, but I wish you luck in getting a straight shot to measure the stroke.

Robert
 
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Old Aug 30, 2016 | 09:25 AM
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The intake you have is an Edelbrock Performer 400. That's just the model name and has no bearing as to engine size. The only difference between the 351M and 400 is the crank and pistons. A sure fire way to tell if you have a 400 is to drop the oil pan and look at the numbers stamped on a counterweight.

The way the other posters have said is a "ballpark" measure. It will be close - the 351M has a 3.50" inch stroke and the 400 has a 4.00" stroke.
 
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Measuring the stroke is also the best way to tell the diff between a 360 and a 390. It's not that hard.
 
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