DeTomaso Mailing List: November 2000, Message #181

Hi all,

Well today I remove the heads from my 351C. Now I have some questions.

1. I have open chamber heads. What are the CC of the heads? I was told this 
is a 73 engine.

2. I know the there are forged pistons in the engine (i was told). On top of 
the pistons there are some numbers (2298P 0.30 front-->). Can anyone tell me 
what type/make of pistons I have? I call around but so far no luck. It is a 
flat top piston with two valve reliefs. There is also a nickel size relief 
in the center of the piston (looks like casting mark).

3. What are you running for cam lift / duration?

3a. Cam mechanical, hydraulic, roller, etc..?

4. I'm looking for 450 to 500 hp. I will remove the engine to rebuild it to 
make this HP, but right now this engine has 4,576 miles on it.

5. What is a safe cam lift 550, 575, 600, etc. with a flat top piston?

OK thank for the help. By the way question 2 holds the key to what I will do 
with this engine..! :)

Mark
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