this might sound like a stupid question but how can i identify a 429. my mom has a 73 cougar with a clevlend in it but as you all know in 1973 it had pretty much no horsepower.

what is an easy way of tell what sort of 429 v8 you are running?

There should be an engine tag under the main bolt that holds the ignition coil on that will have an engine code on it. If the code starts with a K then it should be a 429 cobra jet. If it starts with an 8 then its a 429 super cobra jet.

I have a truck that has a 429 in it. AT least they tell me it is a 429 out of a 73 Galaxie. How do I verify this?

hey now...please..do the late 70s 460s to 90s have the same engine mount configuration in othr words can i put an 80s 460 in a 68 tbird.. thankx good site

I've just had a 429 cobra jet engine given to me for doing some work on a very good friend of mine's 71 f-150 shorty,this engine has been bored and balanced and is pushing close to 600 streetable hp,I'm thinking of putting it in our 77 mustang cobra 2,and showing some rice burners what a real small car can do,any advice on the install would be greatly appreciated,its been awhile since I've messed with anything ford related,thanks so much,I love the site,there more tech talk than bs talk.thanks.
Jeremy from east texas

I just pulled out a 390 out a 66 fairelane gt and was wondering if I could slap a 428 cobra jet or even a 427 in it

Sure, a 427 or 428 should fit in a 66 Fairlane with no problem. Actually in 1966 Ford produced 500 special edition Fairlanes that had 427 engines in them from the factory.

Sure John,
The engine mounts should be the same on all 460s. The 460 is one of the more popular Ford engines to swap around because of the fact that they are so versatile.

i recdntly bought a 429 for my truck. i own a 1977 ford f100 ranger. it came with a 351. is there any big mods i have to do? and whats the best way to make this engine pump horsepower? i gotta buy pistons heads and all. whats the best stuff for this engine? also does anybody know if a t5 tranny will strap to it? or whats the best manual tranny?

The head bolt torque for the 429&460's is 140 ft.lbs. For Richard #20 on the list

red wire and black wire what is this valve that plugs into carb and unplugs real easy what does it do?

Looking for engine mount torque specs on 84 460ci. Is not listed in chiltons, only inline 6 specs at 35 to 40 ftlbs, does not seem nearly enough for the big boy?

to tell if you got a 429 or 460 is kinda difacult if you cant read the casting numbers! The only way to really tell is to take the oil pan off, on a 460 in front of the first main bearing cap on the crank there will be two indentations in the crank about a half inch across quater inch deep, a 429 does not have these casting marks. I bought what was supposed to be a 429 by casting numbers but has a 460 crank in it so you have to be carefull what you buy

Love this site...a ton of info. Quest: Did the LTD'S come out with a 429 under the hood, early 70's or late 60's?

I've got a chance to buy a 429 cobra jet out of a 70 Torn fr any ideas on value?

Identifying 429 or 460. Because the 385 engine in the 429 cid and 460 cid are vertually the same in every aspect except the crank. Identifying a 429 vs 460 can only be done by the the crank and all 429 cranks are stamped with a 4U on the first counter weight throw. The mark that the other person is identifying is a the brundle mark signifying that the 429 crank had been heat treated. Typically done to SCJ cranks. The BOSS 429 crank is the only 385 series crank that is fully forged. LTD's came with 429-460's from 1969-1978. It was never the standard engine choice, but offered as an option. Also because the 429 only had a run from 1968 1/2 to 1973 they are not as numerous after 1973 the 460 was the fords sole big block until 1977 when Ford started to use the 385 series engine in their heavy duty trucks in two versions of displacement. the 370 CID 4.055 bore and the 429 crank throw of 3.59. the cranks on these engines will not swap out into early and late because the crank is forged and front shaft has a wider diameter.
Engine mount torque for the 460 should be 60-70 any more will crack the block or break the bolt. The 429 out of the Torino if it is a CJ or SCJ is valued for the heads which if untouched should be identified by the casting on the heads by DOOE-R. Ball park on the engine if all original and unmolested will be around 2k low side, for the heads, 1200 to 1800 for the block and crank. Block should be DOVE-A, DOVE-B, DOVE-6015-AA, or DIVE-6015-AA came with thick main webs. the 1972 Thunderbird horse power is a net Hp rating at about 212. 8.5 compression on the only model year run of an open chambered head configuration. D2VE-AA or D2VE-AB head idenification.
Thunder Jet 429 engines all have about 11.0 to 1 nominal compression. The 460 came with 10.5 prior to 1972. Two barrel 429's with K vin code came with 10.5. Another way to Identify if your vehicle is a equipped with a 429 or 460 is through the vin (N),(K), (C), (J) code is the 429; (A) is the 460 in vehicles. For manual trans, on a 429/460 you will need a 429/460 manual trans bell housing then the T-5 will mount to that. For the Mustang II swap, it will be doable but some major front end mods will need to done. Mustang II's chassis were based on the Pinto chassis.
Hope this helps some people. i like this site as well, also some good forums to visit is Ford460.com, and Torinos.com

Where can I get OEM rockers for my 69 429 non adjustable ?

For your 69 I would suggest swapping out the shouldered rocker studs to adjustable 7/16 rocker studs and roller tipped fully adjustable rocker arms 1.73 rockers. The reason being is that the rail type rockers are no longer made.Could find some on Ebay, but thay are cast rockers.Not Stamped Steel. ARP has the rocker studs and are fairly in expensive. Also the rail rockers have a tendency to wear the the valve top, because the rail acts in a dual role. It aligns the the push rod, as well as keeps the rocker above the valve. On the CJ, SCJ, 72-74 429-460 Police Interceptor Package. The heads were equipped with Push rod Guide plates to keep valve train aligned. Valve guides are 5/16 sized opening for the push rod and can be used on the C8VE-A, C9VE-B,DOVE-A and C, heads. Torque spec for the studs should be 80 lbs/sq.inch. Guide plates are needed if you do swap in adjustable rockers and studs. 8.550 length push rods can be used. Comp Cams High energy Push rods should do well in this application.
Hope this helps.

d1ve 6015 aa motor with thin webs engine number 1z615921 heads c9ve-a 2 bolt main

d1ve 6015 aa motor with thin webs engine number 1z615921 heads c9ve-a 2 bolt main what do i have thx

D1VE-6015-AA block could thick main webbing or thin depends on where it was cast. DIF blocks were usually thick main webbed MCC blocks thin main webs.
The C9VE-A 1968-1969 closed chambered head 76cc. 2.08 Intake, 1.65 Exhaust valve size. Good for high compression motors. Verry similar to the DOVE-C and A heads.
The block vin with a Z means it was for a Mercury, F= Ford, Y=Lincoln the last six digits on the vin are its production number.

am i able to bolt a 429 directly into my LTD which currently has a 400 in it or would i be facing more problems then doing a semi easy swap?

I'm doing the same thing with my 73 LTD. The engine mounts are different. the location for the engine is the same, but the engine mounts you'll need will be for the the 429. Check ebay or Auto parts store for the engine mounts. The chassis engine mount braket will not need tio be changed jusst the engine mounts.

does anyone know if a 460 ford v8 is wider than a 351 v8 cleveland

does anyone know if a 460 ford v8 is wider than a 351 v8 cleveland and will a c10 tranny from a 351 bolt up to a 460

i found an old man that said he had a thunderjet pulled from a 68 or 69 thunderbird that had a tag on the block that said it was a hi output motor he also said the car it came from had a 4 speed transmission that went to scrap long ago. my question is did they make 429 thunderjet like this or he mistaken. also would this motor fit in my 65 f250 and if not what modification would need to be done to make it work the truck has a 3 speed with granny low in it.

I have a 1969 429 It hase 11.25 comp.4 Barrel what hp & tourqe and are there any 4 speed auto trans that will fit it has a c-6 auto. I put it in a 1961 Galaxie

The Boss 429 engine will fit into what ? easily other than the original Boss 429 KK Mustang engine compartment. Any help greatly appreciated. Enjoy reading the blogs.
G.B.

i would like to know the value on this engine. it is running and i am told it is original. not sure what car it is in other than it is a mercury. also, what kind of work would i have to do to put it in a 69 mustang sport roof? thanks

Im lookin for oil bowl for 429 for motor

Bought 58 ford pick up was told it was 460 bought plugs and it took the big plug so buy the books 429 took big plugs took off starter got the numbers off the block they were DIVE 6015 AA on the heads DOVE-C-carb quadraject from all that I think 1971 429-lincoln if Im wrong let me know plus Ineed points GAP

im working on a 1968 ford thunderbird with a 429 thunderjet , my question is what is the valve lash setting on this engine ? and what is the proper way of adjusting the valves ?

Like most of you I am one of fords biggest fans. Me and my brother are restoring and building up some 73-79 ford trucks and we would love to know where we could find some of this great old big blocks any of the FE engines or a any of the 429's would be great. Or even some good truck parts. Thanks if you have any info please e-mail me at summertimemowing@aol.com

ok.. got a 429 thunderjet.. my people tel me im crazie i say im a trend setter.. record dropper... im thinking after rebuild.. of droppin' the 429 in my 1988 ford econoline (limited edition that had the cobra 351 in it)with the bar bench and sink in the back.. snatch the rear end out and throw a dually .. and run one huge tire.. long tube headers the works... will this fit .. im not tryin' to sell my bmw to finance this operation if it wont fit..lol..but i do got my cuttin' blade ready

can a 1970 429 engine fit in to a 1969 ford mustang 302

I have a '52 f100 pickup that has a 429 in it. How do you I tell if it is Boss or Coberjet?

429 block 30 over to 466 . 4.15 to 514 . my blk number is d1ve 6015 a . this built motor has every thing so i assume it is a scj block too ?

(craig)
Super Cobra Jet blocks are of one vareity, DOVE-A or DOVE-AA blocks thick main webs 4 bolt main. Cobra jet blocks will either be two or Four bolt. Only a few CJ Blocks are D1VE-6015-AA, these block are early casting from the dearborn foundry, and the block casting will seem small.
(rufess barnette)
The 1988 ECONLINE 150 250 350 had the 460 Engine option the exact same block as a 429. All you will need is a new engine mounts and Econline van exhaust manifolds which are numerous it will not be a costly endeavor, if you do your homework.
(James Hines)
Hi good place to look is in the forums 460Ford.com is a good place to start. We have an auction forum that all 385 series and FE series enthusiats use.
(Alfonso)
valve lash on a 429-460 is pretty easy it follows a sime 3 turns on balancer and you stat at Top dead center A, B and C there. the lash setting is 0 lash. as long as hyrulic lifters are primed. This is simple, but to write the proper procedure down on here would be lengthy. Also you have positive stop shoulder studs so it will only allow to adjust the rockers so far.
(BIg Mike)
429-460 share the same block and heads, if you do have a DIVE-6015-aa, with DOVE-c heads you have either a 429/460, the only way of really knowing is if you remove oil pan and check the crank, 460 crank will be marke 2YA-3Y, 3YA, a 429 crank 4U. Points gap is 16 dwell. It would be cheater switching a DURA SPark distributor and recurve it. Look for a 1975-76 Torino with a 460 or 351M -400 the distributors are the same.
Kelly- you have a mercury K code 429 10.5 compression with either Early DOVE_a heads DOVE_A block or C9VE-B block, rough value fro motor is about 1.5K for a DOVE-A block, 1K for Heads, the rest is what people are willing to spend and 429 will fit in 1969 Mustang but steering linkage and shock towers will need some altering to accomodate the wider 385 series block versuses the FE 428 SCJ block that was offered in 69.
(G.B.)
The BOSS has a wider top half, the the standard 429 SCJ.
It will fit in most any Mustang 68-70,{1971-1973 body style designed for the big block in mind}. Any Fox body Mustang 1978-2005. Ford SVO makes a 385 BB swap kit.
(Gary)
the 1969 Thunder jet has nominal compression of 11.0 the ford AODE 1988-93 is c-6 with overdrive. But the c-6 is the better bet to stick with. The overdrive will kill any torque. It will fit nicely in the 61 galaxie.
(Gary)
The 429/460 is way wider the than the 351 Clevland.
(Stan)
Yes it will because the Boss 302 is the mini version of the 42/460 Engine. just need to trim shock towers and modify steering linkage.
(Rex Young)
The BOSS 429 is a true HEMI motor, and the engine alone would be worth more than your 52 pickup. so it is not a Boss. Sorry . . now the visuals are a dead giva away, if you =have huge aluminum valve covers that have ignition wires going down through the center of them then you have a Boss429, if the Ignition wires go over the aluminum vales coves that look like stock steal valve covers, and you Have HEADS that read DOOE-R then you have a SCJ-CJ 429 engine. If you have iether then you just havea plane jane 429 Thunder jet or 460. (460)pre 1972 Hp 365/495 torque
(429) Pre-1972
360 Hp/470torque.
(David)
Please read the above, the the Thunderjet was considered a H.O. motor, if it had the Holley 600 Carb. So yes and no. Now the Hp ratings back then were Gross and at the Crank with out accessories. so deduct 15-20% to about an addition 10 underarting of hp. and you'll have rough estimate of Hp output at rear wheels.

HOPE this has been helpful information to all.
Budd