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How much HP does a 351 Windsor have? ›

While the latest generation of 351 Windsors typically generated around 180-220 horsepower from the factory, adding a new set of heads, a larger cam, and some other aftermarket parts can get a Windsor with the stock stroke to around 350-400 horsepower easily.

Capable of exceeding 700 hp each, we had more than 1,400 hp worth of turbos for the 351W.

Around 8.6 million 351W engines were manufactured between 1969 and 1996 at the Windsor Engine Plant Number One.

The main difference between the blocks was the Deck Height . The 351 blocks were as much as 1.300 in. taller to allow for a longer Stroke . You can spot the difference pretty easily by looking at the front of the engine.

Back in the day, the 351C was considered the go-to Ford performance engine, thanks to its better-flowing /deep-breathing cylinder heads and stronger crankshaft. the same-displacement 351C was wider, lower, and heavier and shared only its bore spacing and stroke with the 351W.

When equipped with the long-tube headers, the power output of the 351W improved from 404 hp and 413 lb-ft to 420 hp and 429 lb-ft of torque.

Would have easily done over 500k. It's all on how you maintain your junk. The carb ones wear a lot quicker than the EFI ones do. The EFI ones will still be in good shape at 250k miles, the carb ones will have a ridge worn into the cylinder by 150k.

Cleveland/Modified engines have the timing chain recessed into the front of the block itself, and its timing cover is essentially just a flat piece of metal. The Windsor's timing chain attaches to the front of the engine and has an external timing cover typically made of cast aluminum.

This stroker combination uses a 3.850" stroke to produce 393 cubic inches from a 351 Windsor engine. Compared with a 383, this one offers more variety and assortment, with more part numbers and piston top types, making it popular.

The 351 M and Cleveland are considered small block engines. The FE which included the 352, 360, 390, 427, 428 , in modified form the 427 side oiler, and 427 SOHC were definitely big block engines.

When did Ford stop making the 351? ›

The 351M and 400 were last offered in a Ford passenger car in 1979. They remained available in Ford light-trucks until 1982. Reduced demand for larger engines due to tightening CAFE regulations led to the abandonment of the 351M/400 and the Cleveland production line.

Use a 5W-30 or a 10W-30 and you'll be fine. If you plan on racing - like road racing - then consider one of the synthetic oils for better heat resistance.

A budget 302 build running factory heads, a mild cam, and upgraded valve springs can be boosted with a big shot of nitrous or a turbo up to around 400 hp, but make sure timing and fuel delivery are perfectly tuned otherwise you risk destroying pistons.

A Ford 302 Engine should have no problem lasting over 200,000 miles as long as you take care of it. Keeping up with regular maintenance is very important on all engines. Doing simple things like getting oil changes every 3,000 to 5,000 miles can help keep your engine running well for a long time.

Like the Boss 302 and 429, the Boss 351s name comes from the displacement of its engine. While the 302 is a small block and the 429 is a big block, the 351 falls right in between the two, offering more displacement but with the engine block size and weight of a small block.

The heart of the Boss 351 is an R-code 351 cubic-inch Cleveland V8 rated at 330 horsepower and 370 lb. -ft. of torque. This engine features high-flowing cylinder heads, smoothly contoured ports, and a polyangular combustion chamber.