what tranny bolt pattern does a 351m have?what motor is it similar to?

Question

is the 351m tranny bolt pattern similar to a 351w or what motor is it alike.

Answer 1

The 351M is part of the 335 series of motors, which also includes the 351C and the 400. The 351M uses the same transmission bolt pattern as the 385 (Big Block) Series motors. (370/429/460) The 351C and a rare 1973 Version of the 400 use the Windsor, small block transmission bolt pattern. the 351M is a de-stroked 400 that uses large clunky pistons, it is an extremely low compression motor and is best suited for use as a boat anchor, OR a good starting point to build a 400. alot of people refer to the 351M as a 351C since the family of motors is the same and the ford started building 351M's when they stopped building 351C's.

I would like Bill to explain to me WHY the transmission from the 400 in my 79 Bronco bolted up just fine and works just fine behind a 429??

Answer 2

I have a bunch of Ford motors and trannys, the 385 series, which includes the 370, 429, and 460 is not compatable with the "M" series of engines. The "M" series is not compatable with any other Ford motors. The "M" series is unique to itself, you will have to change trannys if you want to go with a different motor.

Answer 3

300 - 6, the small blocks & the 351C Interchange

352, 360, 390, & 428 interchange

351M, 400M, 429, & 460 Interchange

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Answer 4

The Cleveland block is distinctive than the Windsor. you will choose a distinctive bell housing, and distinctive engine mounts. on the same time as the change would be accomplished, i might attempt to stay in the same engine "kinfolk" if i'd desire to. The Cleveland is likewise lots heavier than the Windsor, and would desire to reason you coping with/front end issues interior the destiny.