Thread: High Power Flathead

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I stand by my ideal of an early OHV Cadillac just because the idea of a "Fordalac" still seems neat to me, BUT (!) judging by the questions so far I think a crate engine should be considered. Simply put, for the money the most power would be from a crate BBC engine but he doesn't want a Chevy. I can only say that there is an offer for a brand new 5.7 L Mopar Hemi engine in my Speedway catalog for a mere $2999.95 which would be a novel and modern form of a hemi although it is injected and will need a modern interface or a simple carb. setup. Check out the inside of the back cover of Speedway catalog #280. For that kind of money I personally would take a long look at the Edelbrock Performer RPM 9.5:1 410 HP SBC for a mere $6689.95 from Yogi's.

Don Shillady
Retired Scientist/teen rodder

For what it is worth I note on page 30 of the Dec. 2009 Street Rodder Magazine there is an advertisement for a 6.1 L hemi built by Indy Cylinder Head listed as available for $6995 (317) 862-3724. It is rated at 400 HP and 375 ft. lb. torque.

Don Shillady
Retired Scientist/teen rodder