can anybody tell me what block i have - Page 2

Wickd GT · 08-07-2005, 06:30 PM

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Originally Posted by b-blown

I just made a judgement call gonna keep na with my TFS"R" heads should run over 450HP and I`ll build another motor to be blown

If it has the freeze plugs threded in at the side of the block, yes it is a Boss 302, you can put a blower on it, this block is pretty strong, machine right it will last.

Edgar

b-blown · 08-07-2005, 06:33 PM

thanx edgar

coupe · 08-07-2005, 07:52 PM

The Boss 302 was made in '69 and '70. The "service-replacement" was available in '70 and '71. You do indeed have a Boss-302 block. I would recommend you sell it to a person restoring a Boss. It is still a correct engine for the cars & I'm sure someone looking for one would give you enough change for you to find another decent 4-bolt block; say an A4, R302, or maybe Dart. Do it for the hobby.

Craig K. · 08-08-2005, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by coupe

The Boss 302 was made in '69 and '70. The "service-replacement" was available in '70 and '71. You do indeed have a Boss-302 block. I would recommend you sell it to a person restoring a Boss. It is still a correct engine for the cars & I'm sure someone looking for one would give you enough change for you to find another decent 4-bolt block; say an A4, R302, or maybe Dart. Do it for the hobby.

I agree.
Someone restoring a Boss 302 would pay premium cash for this. You may need to sit on it for a little while, or advertise it in selected groups, but I sure you can get big bucks for it.

Just remember that Boss 302's at Barret-Jackson this past spring were hitting into the $70's. A correct engine block (even a replacement block) will sure to bring big money compare to the cost of a new R302.

b-blown · 08-08-2005, 08:07 PM

thanks guys the motor is pretty decent so I probably will list it but still run it in my new toy "85 clean four eye"still will have decent motor without killing it my maintenance schedule is religious as well as expensive ,rings, bearings etc

coupe · 08-08-2005, 09:25 PM

Seriously...I bet you can get cash for a much better setup by just advertising in the right circles. Craig has some connections probably that might find a buyer. So does SLVRBULLIT: His friend has an original Shelby and attends alot of shows with mustangs. Don't risk grenading it or having something happen. It's not as easy to find for the collector.

If you need pricing on an R-block or Dart block to replace it; I can get you that. I have a friend @ Roush Industries who has 5 R's and 5 Darts in the shop...I can get them at discount.

b-blown · 08-09-2005, 04:22 AM

well, craig if you could inquire if somebody wants to buy it that`d be great , and coupe just might take you up on that we`ll see how things go once feelers come back thanx brian

08-07-2005, 06:33 PM	#12
b-blown Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Elliot Lake,Ontario,Canada Posts: 86	Re: can anybody tell me what block i have thanx edgar

08-07-2005, 07:52 PM	#13
coupe Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,313	Re: can anybody tell me what block i have The Boss 302 was made in '69 and '70. The "service-replacement" was available in '70 and '71. You do indeed have a Boss-302 block. I would recommend you sell it to a person restoring a Boss. It is still a correct engine for the cars & I'm sure someone looking for one would give you enough change for you to find another decent 4-bolt block; say an A4, R302, or maybe Dart. Do it for the hobby. __________________ " If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. " - Albert Einstein

08-08-2005, 08:07 PM	#15
b-blown Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Elliot Lake,Ontario,Canada Posts: 86	Re: can anybody tell me what block i have thanks guys the motor is pretty decent so I probably will list it but still run it in my new toy "85 clean four eye"still will have decent motor without killing it my maintenance schedule is religious as well as expensive ,rings, bearings etc

08-08-2005, 09:25 PM	#16
coupe Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,313	Re: can anybody tell me what block i have Seriously...I bet you can get cash for a much better setup by just advertising in the right circles. Craig has some connections probably that might find a buyer. So does SLVRBULLIT: His friend has an original Shelby and attends alot of shows with mustangs. Don't risk grenading it or having something happen. It's not as easy to find for the collector. If you need pricing on an R-block or Dart block to replace it; I can get you that. I have a friend @ Roush Industries who has 5 R's and 5 Darts in the shop...I can get them at discount. __________________ " If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. " - Albert Einstein

08-09-2005, 04:22 AM	#17
b-blown Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Elliot Lake,Ontario,Canada Posts: 86	Re: can anybody tell me what block i have well, craig if you could inquire if somebody wants to buy it that`d be great , and coupe just might take you up on that we`ll see how things go once feelers come back thanx brian