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Wanted ...... Ford 3 Bar GT40 Heads

Started by KYBlueOval, 2021-01-16 15:33

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KYBlueOval

Would like to find a pair of GT40 "3 Bar" heads to use on my 351 W.        These are not the GT 40P heads.
Thanks
John

terry_208

What's the difference between the two?  I didn't know there was a different GT 40 heads.
Terry

CobraJoe

#2
GT 40 3 bar heads are the GT40 heads, 4 bar heads are the "P" heads



Head Type       Intake Port          Combustion Chamber
E7TE                 124cc                      61cc
GT40P                145cc                      59cc
GT40-Explorer     145cc                     65cc
GT40 - Cobra      145cc                      61cc



"The GT40 & GT40P heads had a few differences that are note-worthy, the most importantly being the bump in compression. The GT40P heads had a small combustion chamber ranging from 58-61cc while the GT40 heads had a 63-66cc combustion chamber. The GT40 heads have thermactor holes built in to connect to the EGR/smog equipment whereas the GT40P heads us an external EGR connective system. The GT40P heads also had a different spark plug placement making header choice important. GT40P specific headers are needed unless you use spark plug wires with 90 degree boots to clear the heads."

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KYBlueOval

Cobra Joe is spot on correct!
Now, who on the Forum has a pair they would part with?


KYBlueOval

Terry.........Yes they are. But I have moved on since I could not find what I wanted in a short time frame.  The engine builder I'm using found a pair of Aluminum heads that I'm going to use.
Thanks for the post and information..........I do appreciate it.
John