Whats a 351 F-4TE Roller Block Worth?

[Ol'Blue]

Ive been toying with the idea of 351-408 build, probably more like a dream but I found a F-4TE block that hasnt been bored. The guy wants $500, sounds too high.

Whats it worth and what should I look for before buying?

 

[fordguy]

some will say that is too high. lot of variables of buying a block. is it a short block, long block or just bare?

 

[Ol'Blue]

some will say that is too high. lot of variables of buying a block. is it a short block, long block or just bare?

Bare block

 

[sanndmann3]

sounds high to me. I'd think more like half of that but that just a guess...
be sure to check for cracks around the cam bearings. google 351 roller crack and you should get some hits for interesting reading.
Good luck!

 

[Broncobowsher]

Unless there is something besides all the parts taken off of it I will say that is too much, even by California standards. If the main bearing caps are missing, it is a boat anchor.

It's better to start with a complete engine, even if you don't use a lot of it. You have reference points for little things. And time and money spent chasing down little things like a cam thrust plate. Yes, they can be found. But you have to find one, buy it, wait for it. And if you had a whole engine to start with you would know that the thrust plate you have is going to work just fine. That's just one part. There will be a whole box of those little parts you will want as you put the engine back together.

 

[Viperwolf1]

I just saw one in the local wrecking yard 2 days ago, ripe for picking.

 

[sykanr0ng]

I just saw one in the local wrecking yard 2 days ago, ripe for picking.

But what is local to you, oh homeless wanderer?

 

[73azbronco]

Unless he has about $400 in machinist receipts showing work done to ensure it's a good block, pass.

 

[Ol'Blue]

Thanks all. I think I will pass and keep looking.

 

[hucklburry rev2]

The upullit here has 1/2 off this weekend, so if one of the trucks has a roller 351 in it, you could get the long block with accessories for like $125 out the door core included.

That goes for explorer engines as well.

A complete long block roller 351 seems to get $450 around here (Missouri), some times its running in the truck so you can hear it. They do move quick, so there is some demand.

 

[rguest3]

I had one pulled and took the complete motor - everything from intake to pan and included front dress for $300.00

 

[77BRONKOTN]

Check for the cam bearing area for cracks on #2,#4. Notorious for this. Take out the bearing and inspect.

I wouldn't pay a dime until it checks out.

Link lifters are a def option for an older block.

You can get a Dart block if you have money to burn.