Inside A 440-Cubed 400 Part I
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7. After getting to the bottom of things, we discover that our dyno mill houses a 428 crank! Taylor was looking for more torque for these heavy cars, and with the 4-inch stroke and 4.188-inch bore, we're looking at a 440-cubic inch engine! Upon closer inspection, you can see the location on the block where it was relieved to accommodate the crank's throw. Once the pistons and rods were taken out, the crank was inspected for signs of abuse. Searching for any sign of contamination, an unusual wear pattern, or insufficient oiling, Jim says, "The journals look beautiful." We say, "I'll bet the dyno graph does, too!" View Related Article
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