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nanatothesixth
11-30-2002, 03:54 PM
I am building my motor! ( 91 sc) what type of rods& pistons would be best appl. for about 400 horses also good cam, lifters, pushrods& rocker arms? I ordered the magnum powers group buy set up Iwill order the 85mm throtle body and 42lb injectors at a later date .I am going to run kooks headers and a2 1/2 -3 in. ex. hi flow cats , 50 flow masters ! thanks Tom
Jason Wild
11-30-2002, 04:13 PM
here is a link to a site with pistons for 3.8
http://rpm-mustangs.com/main.html
vary nice stuff I found it looking for the same stuff as you are
SeanMatteson
11-30-2002, 08:22 PM
nanatothesixth,

Even though it sounds like you've decided to handle the build-up yourself, you may want to contact Tom Morana at Morana V6 Racing to inquire about parts. Tom is a very reasonable guy, and he has tons of experience with these motors. If you'd like a great reference for Tom, talk to Bill McNeil. Bill bought a big motor from Tom this past year.

Cheers,

Sean
Bill McNeil
12-01-2002, 08:24 PM
Tom,

As for pistons, I would recommend either Diamond or Ross.

As for rods, Eagle makes both an H beam and an I beam version, and there are several other good H beam rods available.

As for lifters, use the stock ones.

As for pushrods, once you establish what length you will need, you can order moly hardened pushrods from quite a few sources.

As for rockers, any 1.73 application will do, the more $$ the better the quality. You'll have to decide between stud and pedestdal mount. Pedestal is what I have, much easier, non-adjustable.

As for a cam, that is your personal choice. I would recommend you get someone to recommend a good grind for you.

400 horses ain't easy, but it is achievable.
Ryan A Harris
12-01-2002, 08:40 PM
There is a group buy on the H beam rods, I would check that out. It's on the "group buy" page off the main page.
sabbySC
12-01-2002, 10:14 PM
Eagle rods are best, resize some beefy aftermarket 351W rods if you want the absolute best. As for pistons, custom Ross or Wiseco's would be the best choice. Its a bit more money to go custom but you'll need it if you want a genuine 400hp SC and you want it to live.

Over build the bottom end, thats my advice!