79 F-150 Engine Question
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79 F-150 Engine Question
Hey Guys,
I am new to the site. I have recently bought a 79 F-150 for a complete body off restoration. I have two questions.
1. I am not sure whether to rebuild the 400 in it or swap out for a 460. I think I would like to keep the 400, but what is your opinion on it. I am hoping for 300-350 hp and 350-400lbs torque, is that even possible with the 400 without going wild.
2. I have a crossmember brace on the frame that is in bad shape (rust) is it possible to find that sort of thing anymore, I have looked at Dennis-Carpenter.com w/ no luck. Or is that something i just need to fab myself.
Thanks in adance.
I am new to the site. I have recently bought a 79 F-150 for a complete body off restoration. I have two questions.
1. I am not sure whether to rebuild the 400 in it or swap out for a 460. I think I would like to keep the 400, but what is your opinion on it. I am hoping for 300-350 hp and 350-400lbs torque, is that even possible with the 400 without going wild.
2. I have a crossmember brace on the frame that is in bad shape (rust) is it possible to find that sort of thing anymore, I have looked at Dennis-Carpenter.com w/ no luck. Or is that something i just need to fab myself.
Thanks in adance.
Tuned
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Welcome to the site! I've found FTE to be tremendous resource, I think you'll like it.
In my opinion, I'd keep the 400 - it can be built up for pretty cheap and will surprise you if it is done right. I just had a 400 built and it dyno'd at 340HP and 460 ft lbs of torque. Refer to this post for specifics: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...d.php?t=404718
In my opinion, I'd keep the 400 - it can be built up for pretty cheap and will surprise you if it is done right. I just had a 400 built and it dyno'd at 340HP and 460 ft lbs of torque. Refer to this post for specifics: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...d.php?t=404718
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Hello- Welcome to FTE! I have moved your post to the specialized forum we have here for your question. Check out the list of tech forums we have here, especially the 335 series engine forum. There is a wealth of information and expertise here to help you. There are a number of links in my sig below to help you also. Have fun! 
Fab a new cross member or get one from a salvage yard.
Fab a new cross member or get one from a salvage yard.
