Ford 460 engine questions/issues
Hey everyone, new to the forums and new to RV ownership. (Owned about 2 months now). Firstly, HI! nice to join a community of like minded travelers! I own a 26 foot 1988 ford gulfstream rv. Ok ...
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That engine has experienced a high degree of oil failure. I'm not saying any thing about brands, just that the delivery system has failed for some reason or other. I took my 95 class A 460 down at 140,000 miles and the bottom end was still good. All bearings had plenty of babbitt on them. I took my engine down to add a stroker crank. Do NOT install a high pressure or high volume oil pump. You'll only be adding load to the cam gear and the distributor. A standard millings pump is all you need. For some really great 460 guidance, go to https://www.460ford.com/forum/37-engine-tech/
Also, while on the 460ford site, inquire about rear main seal crush. You don't want to drop that pan again!
Richard
Also, while on the 460ford site, inquire about rear main seal crush. You don't want to drop that pan again!
Richard
