DeTomaso Mailing List: February 99, Message #554

Got this reply from a friend into 71 'Tangs and such... when I sent him the
ad about the lo mileage Boss 351 a while back....enjoy....
Steve


>Hey Steve! Sorry I didn't reply sooner. 
>That motor should be a 4-bolt main block. If it was a factory installed
engine
>it'll have a DOAE casting. Cranks are nothing special. Rods should be D1ZX on
>beam, Heads will be closed chamber with screw in studs and guide plates(D1ZE
>castings I believe). Factory Aluminum Intake and Valve covers. Dual point
>distributor, etc. It could be an HO and have all the same stuff but the heads
>would be open chamber. Oh yes would also have a D1ZX flywheel and balancer on
>it. If it differs from this let me know and I'll be happy to help you
identify
>it. Take care pal! Mark
>