MartyW wrote:
If we don't do a DP (tomorrow's DP or some other DP), then my next question to the forum would be asking which is preferred between the older Ford 460 chassis and the older Chevy 454 chassis. There has already been quite a bit of negative comments on the GM P30, so I will be asking about the Ford chassis that carried the 460 engine. I had a 460 in a 3/4 ton truck and I know that one to be a rugged and dependable engine. I need to stay away from the early V-10's due to the possible plug issue and my lack of understanding of them, but I'd have a 460 any day, as I would a 454.
Many thanks again.
Marty,
I Have been driving a 95 Bounder F53 (460) since 2002. The 460 F53 chassis does have some flaws and limitations.
1: The disk brake system will need the calipers removed and the slide mechanism cleaned and greased every 2 years, along with changing the brake fluid.
2: The right rear exhaust manifold bolt is world famous for breaking. If you study the exhaust flow on the right manifold, you will see that all the exhaust gasses pass very close to the rear port. Thus creating a lot of heat in that area. Best solution is headers.
3: Rear OEM sway bar bushings are junk. New urethane bushings available on Ebay for $50.00.
4: Some will condemn the 16" tires. I buy the best all steel cord Michelins tires available (235/85R16 XPS) and find them to NOT be a problem.
5: Weight limitations. 6,000 front axle and 11,000 rear axle. With 3,500 towing capacity. Tag axle usually adds 3,000 capacity to the rear.
6: E4OD transmission is a SOFT shifter. Shift kit required. Banks Trans Commander is one option. Or I can show you how to firm up the shifts for $4.00 worth of Radio Shack resistors. GRIN
Richard
460 w/Banks Power Pack.
131,00 miles on the clock
