What kind of Ignition do I need for a Ford 351?

The Hi-6 works with nearly any kind of ignition, including Crane’s own Pro-Curve distributors. Crane offers this easy-to-install XR-I drop-in electronic ignition (#750-1700) for Autolite/Motorcraft distributors. It can be installed in 30 minutes and can rev up to 8,000 rpm.

How do you hook up a tachometer to an ignition?

Attach the ground wire for the tachometer to a suitable ground plane on your vehicle. Hook the ignition/ACC wire and lighting wire to available posts on the fuse block of your vehicle.

What kind of wire does a tach need?

Depending on your engine, there may be a constant-flow wire and a pulse wire to the tach, as well as the additional wires for the ignition, lights, and other components.

Is it bad to use factory distributor on Ford 351?

Because oil distribution is so poor, bushings and shafts wear out quickly causing side play (wobble) and point bounce at high RPM. (This problem also exists with Duraspark distributors). So unless you’re building a stealthy stocker, avoid using factory distributors.

Depending on your engine, there may be a constant-flow wire and a pulse wire to the tach, as well as the additional wires for the ignition, lights, and other components.

What kind of distributor does a 351 Cleveland use?

You can use the social sharing buttons to the left, or copy and paste the website link: https://www.diyford.com/351-cleveland-ignition-guide-distributor-sources/ Because the 335-series Cleveland engine family uses the same distributor as the 385-series 429/460 engines, there are a lot of aftermarket ignitions to choose from.

Do you need distributor for Ford 351 Cleveland?

(This problem also exists with Duraspark distributors). So unless you’re building a stealthy stocker, avoid using factory distributors. This Tech Tip is From the Full Book, FORD 351 CLEVELAND ENGINES: HOW TO BUILD FOR MAX PERFORMANCE.

Who is the distributor for Ford ignition systems?

Founded by the late Kelly Davis, Performance Distributors is still a family owned and operated business. When you get on the phone with these folks, it’s like chatting with an old friend. There’s nothing you can’t ask them. Performance Distributors offers two basic types of electronic ignition systems for Clevelands.

What kind of distributor does a Ford 429 use?

Incorporates easily found High Energy Ignition (HEI) replacement parts. Assembled with upper an d lower bushings (stock Ford distributors have only a single bushing). For 429 and 460 applications we suggest using the 1977 460 thermostat housing in conjunction with the HEI to get the distributor to clear.

What kind of distributor do I need for a Ford 351?

You can adjust total timing, rev limit, rate of advance, and more with this distributor using a small, fl atblade screwdriver. Outside of the E-Curve, choosing and tuning an MSD distributor is easy. For the street, you want the MSD #8477 Pro-Billet distributor with a vacuum advance.

Is the Ford 351M / 400 a performance car?

351M/400 Performance Build Up. by Paul Eschenbach. (Revised 10-23/02) As I’ve said before in other articles in this site, the 351M/400 is one of the most over-looked and under-rated engines Ford ever built. However, with the proper components it can be made to be a real screamer.

Which is the best head to install on a 351M?

As you can see from the chart above, the best head you can install on the 351M/400 is the Australian closed-chamber 302 2V head. Just by bolting on this head, a 400 will develop 10.75 CR and a 351M will develop 10.12 CR. However, these heads are EXTREMELY rare and you will have to pay a hefty price if you can find a pair.

Do you need to change the heads on a 351C?

The 71-74 351C 4V heads, like the 2V heads, will not give your engine enough increase in CR to warrant changing your heads. However, the 70-71 CJ (Cobra Jet) 4V heads will give your engine a considerable increase in CR. Unfortunately, the 351C 4V heads are not a good choice for a low RPM truck engine.

What kind of Ignition do I need for a Ford 351?