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Apr 28, 2004 | 09:41 PM

79driver

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need info about 460

I know these may already have been answered but i couldnt get the search to work and i need answers. I have a 460 that is in a 76 thunderbird although i dont think its stock. It was owned by nascar team owner tom mitchell in the early 80's and i believe it has been hopped up. Anyways, I was wondering how much hp and torque they make stock? Im thinking about putting this motor in my truck and need the info. Thanks

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Apr 29, 2004 | 01:26 AM

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Let me see if I can help, The book I have, Ford Performance by Pat Ganahl says:
460 4v 365hp@4600rpm
342lb-ft@2800rpm it says these are 72 specs
I'll have to look around, I have some more books, see if I can find anything on a 76
It so happens I just put a 76 460 in my 55F250

Apr 29, 2004 | 02:38 PM

79driver

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Thanks, I hope my engine makes that kind of power, as its kinda wore out. Guess the only way to really know is to dyno it.

Apr 30, 2004 | 02:59 AM

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Those numbers are for a pre '72 engine with D0VE spec heads. '76 was more like 195 HP. The method of measuring HP had changed, but '76 - '78 were the most restricted smog dogs of all. No worry, they still respond to proper engine building techniques. The potential is still there.