Posted by mavracer (IP: 216.152.32.138) on April 24, 2000 at 23:14:37:
In Reply to: Sorry...351C versus 351M again.. posted by Chris on April 01, 2000 at 13:43:30:
: I had asked this question yesterday, not realizing that the board would be taken down today, so i'm just going to ask again (because i need to know so i can grab this engine!):
: What are some basic differences to look for to spot the difference between a 351C and a 351M? This is a 2bbl that i've found, runs great doesn't burn oil, but the tag is worn off...i can't tell if it's a cleveland or an M!
: Thanks for any help,
: Chris
look at the mounting locations on the block where the engine mount bolts on. A cleveland has a two bolt mount, just like a 302 or windsor. A modified will have a 3 bolt mount. also, look at the bellhousing. the modifieds
have a large 429-460 c-6 bolt pattern and the clevelands all used small-block bolt patterns.