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Topic: Stroke a 289
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BAD67FUN
Journeyman Posts: 55
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Registered: Feb 2002
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posted 11-11-2002 02:58 PM
  
Looking for articles and information on stroking a 289 to a 331. Not interested in the ultimate beast. Just something reliable and stout so as to autocross. I know alot of people say to run and get a 302. But I don't have the time or know how to find one. I do know that I have an engine already that could hopefully be used. Are there advantages to my little 289 that I should be aware of? Thanks for the help!!!
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V8 Thumper
Gearhead Posts: 3529
From: Orange, Ca. United States of America
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 11-11-2002 03:37 PM
Once again, I quote Alex:"The only thing better than cubic inches, is MORE CUBIC INCHES!!!" If you're looking for info and specs, I'd recommend doing a search for 'strokers' in the Racing Fourum. There's probably a bunch here in Classics too. I built one, not 'the ultimate beast', but not exactally tame either  . Do read as much as you can... there's alot of options and opinions out there  ------------------
1965 GT coupe, 333ci aluminum headed/solid cammed stroker, four speed, 3.70:1 9" All Blue Oval, no blue bottle
http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/V8Thumper.html
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68DARKHORSE
Gearhead Posts: 378
From: Austin, Tx
Registered: Aug 2002
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posted 11-11-2002 04:07 PM
A 302 is a stroked 289.[This message has been edited by 68DARKHORSE (edited 11-11-2002).]
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Huskinhano
Journeyman Posts: 49
From: Montvale, NJ.
Registered: Nov 2002
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posted 11-11-2002 04:42 PM
A number of years ago, I read in Super Ford that the 289 blocks are stronger then 302 blocks.Most people say to use the 302 only because it's more common.
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V8 Thumper
Gearhead Posts: 3529
From: Orange, Ca. United States of America
Registered: Dec 2001
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posted 11-11-2002 05:13 PM
302 blocks actually have deeper cylinders, theoretically providing more main support than earlier 289 blocks. That's one reason I shopped around for a 302 block to stroke out, and stumbled upon a cherry Mexican block that's now between my shock towers  ------------------
1965 GT coupe, 333ci aluminum headed/solid cammed stroker, four speed, 3.70:1 9" All Blue Oval, no blue bottle
http://mustangsandmore.50megs.com/V8Thumper.html
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