Hey guys, we wanted to post up some of the first 2011 GT500 Alloy block builds that we have been working on, we have sold quite a few of these over the last few months and get alot of questions regarding them so we figured we would do a short write up. This block is an option on all MMR 5.4 shortblocks and longblocks. They are pricey but have a 100+ lbs weight savings and are the strongest 5.4 block to date.
This write up is a brief overview of the assembly and is not meant to be instructional, if anyone has indepth questions we would be happy to answer them.
Some quick facts about the 2011 Blocks;
No more piston squirters
Different size main oil galley and freeze plugs
No more steel cylinder liner- piston rides on a coated aluminum bore!
Improved oil drain back holes- no more starvation at High rpm
Motor mounts only fit 05+ bodies , 96- to present will require MMR adapter
Enjoy!
First we start with the new block, these are fully machined and ready for assembly from Ford, due to the cylinder coating, boring and honing of this block is not possible and Ford has gone to great lengths to make sure they are 100% perfect.
After checking some of the critical measurements the block is cleaned and ready for assembly.
Next we install the ARP main studs which are std. on all MMR 1500 models and above.
The bearing are installed next, the MMR 1500 series engines use a heat treated bearing by clevite. A coating of royal purple synthetic assembly lube is applied. This assembly lube protects the bearings upon initial start-up which is a very critical time for a new engine.
The new forged crank is cleaned and inspected prior to installation.
Next the crank is lowered into its new home and the main caps are installed. The ARP studs are lubricated with ARP moly lube and then torqued in sequence to ARP's spec.
Next we focus on the Pistons and Rods.
The MMR 1500 series engines use the Manley Billet Rods, Team MMR has tested these beyond 1500HP and have found them to be the best Steel rod in the business!
The rods are paired up with a Manley forged Piston that has had a optional Ceramic dome coating. The pistons for this build feature a clear anodized coating to increase surface hardness. The piston pins are made from 9310 tool Steel - very strong.
Next the bearings are installed into the rods -once again the heat treated Clevite bearings.
Once the pistons have received the total seal rings they are installed into the cylinders 1 by 1.
The engine is rotated in the stand and the rod caps and ARP 2000 bolts are installed and torqued. From this angle the new oil drain back tubes can be clearly seen.
Finally all 8 cylinders are complete!
From the Bottom and front:
Thank you for coming in guys! Let us know if you have any questions!
This write up is a brief overview of the assembly and is not meant to be instructional, if anyone has indepth questions we would be happy to answer them.
Some quick facts about the 2011 Blocks;
No more piston squirters
Different size main oil galley and freeze plugs
No more steel cylinder liner- piston rides on a coated aluminum bore!
Improved oil drain back holes- no more starvation at High rpm
Motor mounts only fit 05+ bodies , 96- to present will require MMR adapter
Enjoy!
First we start with the new block, these are fully machined and ready for assembly from Ford, due to the cylinder coating, boring and honing of this block is not possible and Ford has gone to great lengths to make sure they are 100% perfect.
After checking some of the critical measurements the block is cleaned and ready for assembly.
Next we install the ARP main studs which are std. on all MMR 1500 models and above.
The bearing are installed next, the MMR 1500 series engines use a heat treated bearing by clevite. A coating of royal purple synthetic assembly lube is applied. This assembly lube protects the bearings upon initial start-up which is a very critical time for a new engine.
The new forged crank is cleaned and inspected prior to installation.
Next the crank is lowered into its new home and the main caps are installed. The ARP studs are lubricated with ARP moly lube and then torqued in sequence to ARP's spec.
Next we focus on the Pistons and Rods.
The MMR 1500 series engines use the Manley Billet Rods, Team MMR has tested these beyond 1500HP and have found them to be the best Steel rod in the business!
The rods are paired up with a Manley forged Piston that has had a optional Ceramic dome coating. The pistons for this build feature a clear anodized coating to increase surface hardness. The piston pins are made from 9310 tool Steel - very strong.
Next the bearings are installed into the rods -once again the heat treated Clevite bearings.
Once the pistons have received the total seal rings they are installed into the cylinders 1 by 1.
The engine is rotated in the stand and the rod caps and ARP 2000 bolts are installed and torqued. From this angle the new oil drain back tubes can be clearly seen.
Finally all 8 cylinders are complete!
From the Bottom and front:
Thank you for coming in guys! Let us know if you have any questions!
