Description
Ford Performance 427 Cubic Inch 535 Z2 Heads Front Sump Crate Engine Assembly
M-6007-Z2427FFT
The company that created the famous 427 FE engine announces a modern version of the legendary motor. Built on Ford Racing's new BOSS 351 block, the 427 crate engine is engineered and built for drive-ability and durability while still offering a throaty growl. Ideal for street rods, kit cars and all Ford projects requiring big power in a reliable small block package.
Now equipped with Ford Performance Z2 Cylinder Heads-these heads promote improved power throughout the rpm range while retaining OEM exhaust and accessory mounting locations when compared to other aftermarket cylinder heads.
- Engine Type: 351 based small block Ford
- Displacement: 427 cubic inches (4.125" bore x 4.00" stroke)
- 535 hp @ 5600 rpm
- 545 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
- Bore: 4.125 inch
- Stroke: 4.00 inch
- Block: Ford Performance BOSS 351 9.5 inch deck
- Crankshaft: SCAT forged steel
- Connecting Rods: SCAT forged steel H-beam with ARP bolts
- Pistons: Forged Mahle with floating wrist pins
- Camshaft: Hydraulic roller
- Camshaft lift: .594"/.618"
- Camshaft duration: Intake/Exhaust @.050in: 242 deg/248 deg
- Cylinder heads: Ford Performance Aluminum "Z2" Cylinder Heads
- Valve size (in): 2.02 intake 1.60 exhaust
- Valve Springs: PAC 1219X Ovate Beehive
- Compression ratio: 10.5:1 (nominal)
- Rocker arms : Roller Rockers
- Rocker arm ratio: 1.65:1
- Vibration Damper: Ford Performance SFI Approved
- Valve Covers: Satin black, aluminum with "Ford Racing" script p/n 302-135
- Oil Pan: Fabricated steel deep front sump pan with windage tray / scraper-9 quart capacity. Front sump pan fits most cars without Mustang II suspension.
- Water pump: included long type-standard rotation
- Distributor: not included. MSD distributor #85840 recommended (distributor modifications for intake clearance necessary). Steel distributor gear required.
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded
- Ignition timing: 32 deg at 4,000 RPM
- Maximum recommended rpm: 5,600 RPM
- Balanced: Internally balanced-use neutral balance flywheel (not included)
- Recommended intake: Edelbrock part #2924 Super Victor (not included)
- 750 CFM Carb Recommended
- Double Roller Timing Chain M-6268-B302
- New block, oil and water pumps, performance oil pan and high performance harmonic balancer
- Can be used in kit cars, street rods, Mustangs, Fox-bodied cars and trucks
- Depending on your application, a different timing cover, water pump, performance oil pan and pickup may be required. See installation notes
INSTALLATION NOTES: Some or all of the following items may need to be changed from your original engine or modified for proper installation:
- This engine has a performance oil pan and pick-up, regular rotation timing cover and regular rotation water pump and non-EFI valve covers.
- A different performance oil pan and pickup may be required for your application. Call the Techline at (800) FORD788 for more information.
- The timing chain cover will work with most regular rotation water pumps.
- Fuel pump eccentric M-6287-B302 installed, allows use of mechanical fuel pump
- A standard rotation water pump is installed on the engine. Other applications may require different water pumps and timing chain covers.
- The valve covers 302-135 should fit most non-EFI applications, optional valve covers (sold separately)
- The damper M-6316-D302 may require a spacer for pulley alignment.
- Flywheel not included, the engine is neutral balanced.
- Intake manifold not included
- Shipping weight approximately 570 lbs
- Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 (5.0L HO and 351W order).
- Built with current available parts. Photo and specs may vary.
- For specific vehicle installation or
project questions regarding clearances, dimensions, recommendations,
etc. call the Techline at (800) FORD788 before placing an order.