V8 Engine Block Machined From Solid Chunk

**BrianS** · 11-02-2009, 10:39 PM

I don't know what engine this is but thought the process was pretty cool.

**mustang42782** · 11-03-2009, 11:35 AM

We have 2 billet block engines actually, the quality is unbelievable

**FEandGoingBroke** · 11-03-2009, 12:01 PM

Are they stronger than an iron block? I know nothing about aluminum blocks.

Are they a race only application?

**BrianS** · 11-03-2009, 04:09 PM

It would depend on the design but I believe they are almost as strong as cast iron. It's mainly a forged vs cast aluminum thing.
I don't think they're race only but are definitely pricey.

SBF $10K
SPEED-O-MOTIVE BILLET ALUMINUM FORD BLOCKS

FE $??
Billet Block

**mustang42782** · 11-03-2009, 04:57 PM

Supposed to be stronger than the Cast steel counter parts actually. Light as all get out and can be repaired very easily. We use them in Dirt late model race cars

**trashline** · 11-03-2009, 05:53 PM

nice set with the changer.

I used to machine like 400 lb blocks of aluminum. But now i do all medical work.

**Rich27028** · 11-04-2009, 05:38 AM

bolt on water jacket covers -- cool--