460 mods?
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460 mods?
I'm going to look at ( and most likely purchase) an 88 f-250 with a asupposedly rebuilt 460, 5 spd 4x4. What are some good cheapish mods? Was thinking exhaust (long tubes and cat back). I don't have to worry about emissions either. What are some good long tube brands?
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the best bang for the buck with a post 71? 460 is to get a 1968 or 70 or an indexable timing chain set. Your "88 has a 4 degree retarded cam in it from the factory. Another extremely cheap trick is to give your distributor a more performance oriented advance curve.
Less then $50 for both mods and it will seem like you added 50 hp to your 460. The two mods add a lot to the bottom end of the hp/torque curve.
Less then $50 for both mods and it will seem like you added 50 hp to your 460. The two mods add a lot to the bottom end of the hp/torque curve.
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Hmm, thats interesting! Im guessing it should be set to straight up, or 0 degrees? I did read that how-to on the disty mod, what would I want to use for a stockish truck? Headers are not cheap for 460s, yikes!
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Fuel injected motors have a 'straight up' timing set from the factory.
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Look at Hedman headers, $265 in black paint.
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So I was looking at the headers on summit there, mid-length for 265 bucks. Would it not be better to go with a long tube? And does anyone know if the collector of that mid-length is 3"? I would assume it is.
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I have been reading a lot of threads here regarding 460's. Most are 80's model trucks. I am considering purchasing a 79 f-250 with a c-6. 2wd. What can I do to it to get more power reliably. This will be a daily driver. MPG is not critical, but I'd like to keep it in the double digits.
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THis should be ok to work on an '86 then as well?
the best bang for the buck with a post 71? 460 is to get a 1968 or 70 or an indexable timing chain set. Your "88 has a 4 degree retarded cam in it from the factory. Another extremely cheap trick is to give your distributor a more performance oriented advance curve.
Less then $50 for both mods and it will seem like you added 50 hp to your 460. The two mods add a lot to the bottom end of the hp/torque curve.
Less then $50 for both mods and it will seem like you added 50 hp to your 460. The two mods add a lot to the bottom end of the hp/torque curve.
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Yes it will.
Almost any aftermarket roller timing set will be indexable. That way they cover both generations.
I personally have had good luck with Cloyes Gear & Products brand.
True Roller # 9-3122
Double Roller# 2-3079X
You can purchase a recurved distributor from site sponsor Performance Distributors , or see the directions to do it yourself @ Reincarnation Automotive
Almost any aftermarket roller timing set will be indexable. That way they cover both generations.
I personally have had good luck with Cloyes Gear & Products brand.
True Roller # 9-3122
Double Roller# 2-3079X
You can purchase a recurved distributor from site sponsor Performance Distributors , or see the directions to do it yourself @ Reincarnation Automotive
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I have a 460 out of a 82" F350 Dually. I want to get some Umf! out of this engine and maybe set it in another newer truck or an automobile. I was told to get a Cloyes or Comp timing set but Im not sure what chain to look for to advance the factory retard. I know these 460s pack a wallup, I just need to know how to get the speed out of em. Can someone help please...
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I have a 460 out of a 82" F350 Dually. I want to get some Umf! out of this engine and maybe set it in another newer truck or an automobile. I was told to get a Cloyes or Comp timing set but Im not sure what chain to look for to advance the factory retard. I know these 460s pack a wallup, I just need to know how to get the speed out of em. Can someone help please...
I just listed the Cloyes product numbers in the above post...
The Comp # for a "straight up" roller timing set that fits '68-'71 is 2122.
Use the keyway with the mark centered on a tooth.
Here's a link to their instruction page: http://www.compcams.com/Technical/In.../Files/179.pdf
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