Is it possible to switch out a set of 351C heads onto a 289? Is a bolt-up thing or do modifications need to be made for it to work? Would it even be practical? Just curious, thanks!!!
Cody
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20 years ago
head swap
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20 years ago
Water passages have to be changed new holes and blocked holes. Cleveland head bolts are larger than 289/Windsor bolts, not sure how that applies. You will need exhaust manifolds/headers for the Cleveland.
I wouldn't waist my time doing that to two barrel heads. It is my opinion that all of the Nay-Sayers who say the 4 barrel heads are not street-able or lack in low rpm torque have never driven a Cleveland with 4bbl heads... Mine froths all 4 gears, until you let up :-)
It really depends on what you are trying to do with the engine and how much it will end up costing you to have the heads modified.
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20 years ago
What about Windsor heads? Easier fit, less power?