How to identify a Ford V8

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(385 Series (Lima big blocks -- 429/429BOSS/460)
(335 Series (351 Cleveland, 351M, 400))
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8 bolts in rectangular valve covers. Timing chain housing is part of block. Thermostat housing on block. Exhaust bolt holes diagonal.
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8 cap screws in rocker cover.  
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Timing chain housing is part of block (part of block casting).  
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Thermostat housing on block.  
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Exhaust bolt holes diagonal.
  
 
351M/400: intake is 12.7" wide the 351C is narrower.
 
351M/400: intake is 12.7" wide the 351C is narrower.
  
 
There is no way to tell a 351M from a 400 externally. The most accurate way is to remove the oil pan and look at the crank.
 
There is no way to tell a 351M from a 400 externally. The most accurate way is to remove the oil pan and look at the crank.
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400 Crankshaft ID.
 
400 Crankshaft ID.
 
http://www.tmeyerinc.com/400crankshaftid.html
 
http://www.tmeyerinc.com/400crankshaftid.html
 
  
 
== Ninety-Degree Engine Family Series (221/260/289/302/255/351W) ==
 
== Ninety-Degree Engine Family Series (221/260/289/302/255/351W) ==

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