block doesn't holes for spider?

[5.0kid]

hey, i just realized that my block doesn't have holes for the spider. I can't identify the casting number other than the E0AE, which means it is an 85 block? instead of an 86 (out of an 86 mustang...) Do i just get the holes drilled and tapped, or is there another way to make sure this is a roller block? I'm kinda worried that it may not be now...

 

[LAFENATU]

E0 means it is a block from 1980.

You have 3 options.

1) keep it and use it with a flat cam (most likely its flat)

2.) Buy retrofit lifters and drill for the spider.

3.) Ditch the block and find a roller.

 

[5.0kid]

well, i can't figure out since i've been reading...is it still a roller block then? The block has already had 350+ dollars invested in it by the previous owner and he had told me it was a roller from an 86. is there a way to tell if it is for a flat cam? the only other part number i can read is a 301 on the trans side behind where the lower intake sits.

 

[5.0kid]

I've been reading even more, do you have to have the retrofit lifters if you have the spider drilled?

 

[95DarkGreenGTS]

i have a roller $100 for block crank cam pistons rods and the stock rollers. all stock. around shreveport LA

 

[OnyxCobra]

E0 means it is a block from 1980.

You have 3 options.

1) keep it and use it with a flat cam (most likely its flat)

2.) Buy retrofit lifters and drill for the spider.

3.) Ditch the block and find a roller.

what about using the link bar lifters?

 

[Paul]

Just buy a roller block. Don't bother with the other one.

 

[5.0kid]

^yah, but this one is clearanced for the stroker kit...and 30 over.

 

[5.0kid]

if i were to just go with a flat cam, would i need different springs for the valves? or should i just get my stock block done? idk what to do cause i don't have all that much money or time to do this in...

 

[LAFENATU]

How much can you sell the block for?

I would throw it out there for $300 - $400 and see if you get any bites.

Any losses you end up getting just take it as a learning experience...or just use it as a flat motor.

 

[5.0kid]

update:
well, i was looking online and i believe i just got a new cam and lifters for it for a pretty good deal. I got the link style retrofit lifters and a better cam for a 347 and I'll just sell my tfs1 cam that i was going to use. Then later down the road i'll have the retrofit lifters if i ever need them for a 351 or something.

crisis averted

 

[LAFENATU]

There ya go.