Question
Fuel-Injected 351
Hi, Dan!
Well, I just ordered a lightweight frame for a simple drag-racer. The engine I hope to put on it is a 5.8-Liter 351 that was torn from a 1995 Ford Econoline 150 Conversion Van. The engine came with 280 stock horses, and I have made plans to greatly up that; what is in the way is that this engine is made to be run fuel-injected. I need to find some way to convert this engine to run with the Holley 4-barrel atop an Edelbrock. The fuel injectors need to be scraped, and the carb put in place. What is the best way of going about this?
Thanks! -Scott Johnson
AnswerHi Scott:
My friends will tell you that I start to lose count about the 5th or 6th spark plug, so I'm not the V-8 guru.
I'll tell you where I would start though, at www.summitracing.com and call on thier local line for the tech guys. Those guys are great and very knowledgable. Do them the courtesy of NOT using the toll free number until you're ready to place an order.
The other thing you should do is start using Google with phrases that say what you're looking for. Like "351 Ford heads for carburetor".
That and contact my friend Randy Cooper out in Phoenix , at fastcash@cehighperformance.com.. When I have V-8 questions, I always try to get his input. He's a pro drag race engine buider out there and really knows his stuff..
Good luck Scott, I wish I had better answers for yoiu , but these guys WILL be able to help you.
Best Wishes,
Dan Liddy
Sarasota, Florida
