Dart Small Block Ford 9.5″ Deck SHP Special High Performance Blocks

Designed for high performance and heavy duty applications, the SHP block is the ideal budget starting point for a solid engine build without the risk of starting a build with a used block.

The SHP Ford block is tailored to the most popular performance and racing applications, with a 9.500″ (351w) deck height and a choice of 4.000″ or 4.125″ siamesed cylinder bores which can safely be bored to 4.185″. Steel main caps are splayed 4-bolt on the center three and 2-bolt on #1 and #5, and utilize 1/2″ bolts. The valley is machined to accept factory roller lifter guides and retainer (spider).

• Priority main oiling system directs oil to main bearings first for more dependable lubrication.
• Provisions for OE stock roller lifters, dog bones & spider.
• Siamese bores 4.000″ or 4.125″ (unfinished) with extra thick cylinder walls.
• Extra thick decks ensure reliable head gasket seal.
• Blind head bolt holes don’t go through to water jacket.
• Steel 4-bolt main caps on #2, 3 and 4 with splayed outer bolts. 2-bolt main caps on #1 and 5.
• Can use most stock components and accessories.
• Scalloped water jackets increase coolant flow around cylinder barrels to prevent detonation, extend engine life and produce consistent cylinder temperatures.
• Parts kit sold separately (PN 32000015).

NOTE: This block has a Flat Rate Fee to a Commercial / Business Location Set, if shipping to a Residential Location, Freight Costs will be higher than indicated in checkout.