Ford Racing 460CI Boss 351-Based Windsor Small Block Engine Mustang
Highlights
- 4.150" Bore X 4.25" Stroke
- 4.250" Stroke Crankshaft
- 4.150" Bore Forged Pistons
- Internally Balanced
Ford Racing 460CI Boss 351-Based Windsor Small Block Engine.
Whether you're restoring a vintage muscle car or enhancing your late-model Mustang, this Ford Racing short block engine (M-6009-460) stands as a reliable foundation. Each unit includes a forged steel crankshaft, H-beam connecting rods, Mahle forged pistons, and the BOSS 4-bolt main block. With 460cu in displacement, it accommodates various power applications. Its pistons with 20-degree valve angle heads allow for use with a majority of aftermarket cylinder heads. This adaptability lets you to craft your mechanics for improvements in engine operation.
Features and Benefits:
- Based on the reliable 351 small-block Ford architecture
- Includes an advanced 4.150" bore and 4.250" stroke configuration
- Strong BOSS block with 4-bolt main enhances structural integrity
- Forged SCAT crankshaft and H-beam connecting rods deliver resilience
- Mahle pistons incorporate necessary valve reliefs for a range of cylinder heads
- Hydraulic roller camshaft compatibility boosts performance
- Internally balanced for optimized energy dynamics
- Accepts most professional cylinder heads for customization
- High-performance balance recommended for peak efficiency
- Integrates with Ford Racing cylinder heads
- Assembled and ready for heads, cam, and timing chain set
Please Note:
- Recommended cylinder head fasteners M-6065-BOSS head bolts or M-6014-BOSS studs depending on application.
- Works with Ford Racing cylinder heads M-6049-Z2 and M-6049-X2.
- Designed for M-6049-X306 / X307 / Z304DA cylinder heads. NOT designed for production 302/351W or M-6049-Y302 / Y303 / X302 / X303 / X304 / X305 cylinder heads.
- Requires head gaskets M-6051-R351.
- 351W bolt pattern, oil pan and timing cover
- High-performance harmonic balancer M-6316-D302 is recommended.
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Related Categories: Mustang Crate Engines & Cylinder Blocks, F-100 Crate Engines & Engine Blocks
Only for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles: This product can be used on vehicles that were manufactured before emissions control regulations were imposed. Pre-pollution vehicles are defined as:
- 1965 and older U.S. manufactured California certified vehicles
- 1967 and older U.S. manufactured federally certified vehicles
Installation Difficulty

Intermediate skill is required for this installation.








