Hello Formula Ford racers and enthusiasts. Just wanted to give you an update on the progress of the Ford Racing 1.6 Liter Kent block.
Later this summer, Ford Racing Performance Parts will offer Formula Ford racers a new and improved version of the legendary 'Kent' 1.6-liter engine block. The block, part number M-6010-16K, will be available through any Ford Racing Performance Parts dealer.
With vintage Kent blocks now retired or "mileaged-out," Ford Racing assigned engineer Mose Nowland to work with a Ford casting foundry to produce a new engine block.
"The block is an exact reproduction of the original Kent block casting with minor design improvements for added strength and durability," said Nowland. "The new bock will accept all of the original required bearings, plugs, dowels and fasteners. We also plan on offering finished cam bearings with the purchase of a block."
This cast iron block will be offered in the standard 8.200" deck height with extra material for decking. The cylinder bores will be semi-finished to 3.187" diameter to allow the engine to be built to desired clearances.
The Kent block design improvements include:
- Block cast from 40,000 PSI grey iron
- Lower clutch housing bolt bosses reinforced
- Select areas around main bearing webs strengthened
- Center main will accept upper and lower crankshaft thrust bearing inserts
- Optional 2.0 liter block, Part # M-6010-20K, with 7.750" deck height and 3.225" cylinder bore will also be available
Ford Racing is targeting a mid-August 2010 release date on the new Formula Ford Kent block. For more information or a list of FRPP dealers, visit www.fordracingparts.com or contact 1-800-367-3788.