It all depends what your putting it in. If its a bronco-no problem. If its an older mustang (60's), its not going to happen. Shorty headers are available, but they're ridiculously expenseive
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Yes. basically the 351m is a Cleveland with a modified deck height.
The net horsepower of a Ford 351 Cleveland engine is between 175 and 300 horsepower. The actual output varies based on the specific components used in the engine.
you will need a c-6 tranny for a big block
By advancing or retarding the spark.
266 is the Net Horsepower Rating of the 'M' or 'Q' code 1972 351 Cleveland engine. The 'R' code engine was rated at 275 net HP in 1972.
302 headers generally do not fit 351 modified heads without modifications. The bolt patterns and exhaust port shapes differ between the two engine types, so using 302 headers on 351 modified heads may require adapter plates or custom modifications to ensure a proper fit. It's often recommended to use headers specifically designed for the 351 modified to achieve optimal performance and fitment.
It is a 1972 Mustang Engine.
If I remember correctly the 351 Windsor has a vertically mounted thermostat that is mounted in the end of the intake manifold The 351 Cleveland thermostat is mounted horizontally in the engine block by the distributor
To know the stock OEM carburator you will have to list the year, and model vehicle the carb was installed in. Also is it a 4 barrel or 2 barrel. Is it a 351 Windsor or 351 Cleveland engine.
in 1970-1973 ford introduced the 4 barral carb 351 Cleveland with a horsepower rating of 300
I assume that's the 351 Windsor that has the thermostat mounted vertically in the end of the intake manifold ( The 351 modified and the Cleveland versions have the thermostat mounted horizontally into the engine block )