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Aug 29, 2008 | 11:51 AM

BFOOTER03

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460 in a 56

Anybody got advice on running a 460 with stock front supension? Is it possible or will I need to go to a IFS? I am looking at upgrading my 272 to a 460 but have concerns with the added weight and other fit concerns. Front is basicly stock but I have added a 3' drop axle, reverse eye main leave and have removed 2 leaves for the stance. Any help is appreciated.

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Aug 29, 2008 | 12:21 PM

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I'm planning on running a 460 in my '56 as well... Although along with that a Heidts IFS is going in...
Not sure what the 272 weighs but I read somewhere the 460 is around 720#... So my guess with your spring pack missing a couple of leaves it would be sitting on the bump stops... just a guess...

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Aug 29, 2008 | 12:40 PM

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My 56 had a 460 in it when I bought the truck. The engine is very heavy and the stock springs and bushings took a beating. Other than that all was good.
BTW - if you decide to run a C4 Corvette IFS, forget about the 460...it won't fit between the A-arms (don't ask me how I know).

Aug 29, 2008 | 12:52 PM

BFOOTER03

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JB I am not sure of the weight of the 272 but will find that out. Thanks

Charlie was it a front or rear sump or did it even matter for clearance of the axle?

Aug 29, 2008 | 12:52 PM

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I don't know how accurate this is but here is a weight chart I found.
Ford Engine Weights
The 460 must be 100/150 lbs heavier. That doesn't seem like a lot but would have a big effect on the front suspension I'm sure.

Aug 29, 2008 | 03:31 PM

CharlieLed

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It had a front sump when it was installed with the stock axle.

Sep 4, 2008 | 09:08 AM

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Thanks for the help guys.

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Sep 5, 2008 | 03:56 PM

eberhama

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I have a '56 with a 460/c6, on a solid axle front end. I have a stock axle and springs but the main leaf is reversed. It is at about the same ride height as your truck is now. I added a sway bar kit, and it handles ok(would be better with some stiffer tires). It seems to ride pretty good as well. I did have 2 leaves removed, but I ended up putting them back in. I also had to trim down the bump stops to increase suspension travel. Hope that helps.

Sep 5, 2008 | 04:27 PM

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What type of drop axle you have? if you have the tube axle from Mid-Fifty or CCP the engine will be to heavy. When I had an issue with my axle they asked what size engine I had and said someone tried running a 460 with the axle and the weight wouldn't allow the camber to be set correctly. I would call the company you purchased the axle from unless its an original one that was stretched that may be OK however, I don't know for sure.