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 ...
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Why Ford's 1954 V8 Engine Was Called A Y-Block
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.
Chevy's small-block LS V8 engines have become almost mythical by now. Some GM enthusiasts even get specific LS tattoos to show their love. It's hardly surprising, as the LS family has powered some ...
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