When the Y-Block V8 debuted in 1954, it boasted a long list of improvements over its predecessor. It was not only more powerful than Ford's previous Flathead V8, but was also significantly more rigid.

Though not designed for high performance, Ford's first overhead-valve (OHV) V8 was a solid engine. These days, when it's equipped with modern tech, the Y-Block can make some respectable output figures ...

These big block Blue Oval engines defined an era of American muscle with huge horsepower and performance that dominated drag ...

Ford's effort to catch up with competitors in the overhead-valve V8 sweepstakes hit the market in 1954 and was called the "Y-Block." That's in reference to the engine block's deep skirting surrounding ...

Automotive Specialists updates the classic Ford Y-Block to be a contender in a world of computer-controlled horsepower. There's a reason why the LS platform is an incredibly popular candidate for ...

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