460 For Pulling
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460 For Pulling
Hey all, I am currently wanting to build a 460 for a pulling motor in a 1990 F350. It has EFI, and I assume I'm going to need to change that over to carb for any real performance to be made. My question is regarding the cubes I should run. Here's the class rules:
"6,200 pounds maximum weight with driver. 565 Ci maximum engine displacement, 2 valves per cylinder. Gasoline or alcohol allowed. 31-inch pulling or 36-inch DOT tires. 133-inch maximum wheelbase."
My question is should I push it with a 557" kit, or run safely down with a 514" or 545" kit? Any thoughts?
My other question is would it make sense to build the kit to have fun at a lower power level/lower class and be able to utilize it for mudding as well? My plan is to run different tires for the pull and mudding, but I don't know if that makes sense given the differences between the two sports.
Thanks!
- Chris
"6,200 pounds maximum weight with driver. 565 Ci maximum engine displacement, 2 valves per cylinder. Gasoline or alcohol allowed. 31-inch pulling or 36-inch DOT tires. 133-inch maximum wheelbase."
My question is should I push it with a 557" kit, or run safely down with a 514" or 545" kit? Any thoughts?
My other question is would it make sense to build the kit to have fun at a lower power level/lower class and be able to utilize it for mudding as well? My plan is to run different tires for the pull and mudding, but I don't know if that makes sense given the differences between the two sports.
Thanks!
- Chris
Last edited by muddin_monster; Jun 14, 2023 at 06:11 PM.
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Run the largest engine you can run within the rules. Do they require a production block? If not then having a bore larger than 4.440 will really help but right now the SVO and Eliminator blocks are thin on the ground.
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A carburetor would be easier and cheaper. And make more power most likely. What are the limitations on the cylinder heads and intake manifold? Is a 4500 carburetor allowed? Do they allow headers? Flat tappet or roller cam?
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Parkland Percormance Auto Machine in Washington and Barnett Performance in Michigan are 2 places that know a lot about making a lot of power with a 460 base.
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https://barnetthighperformance.com/
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