Last month we showed the make-up of a McGunegill Engine Performance Ford Equalizer sealed racing engine short-block. This month, we are going to show the rest of the parts and pieces that make up the stout Super Late Model powerplant.
Incase you missed the first installment of this engine build, we talked about the Billy Hess Racing Products Super Late Model chassis built for Bill Kimmel racing. This chassis is different from other chassis because of its suspension configuration. While the chassis is unique, the engine is tried and true!
The McGunegill Engine Performance Ford Equalizer will give the Kimmels all the power they need to run up front. Follow along as we complete the Ford Equalizer by McGunegill Engine Performance.
1. Last month, we left with the short-block complete. The FRPP Boss block, Scat crank and rods, and Mahle pistons are the foundation of the powerplant. The valvetrain is a mix of Comp and Crane components.">
<strong>1</strong>. Last month, we left with the short-block complete. The FRPP Boss block, Scat crank and rods, and Mahle pistons are the foundation of the powerplant. The valvetrain is a mix of Comp and Crane components.
2. MEP used a Dart Pro1 CNC Ford aluminum cylinder head to complete the long-block. The heads sport a 225cc runner, 62cc combustion chamber, and 2.08/1.60-inch valves.">
<strong>2</strong>. MEP used a Dart Pro1 CNC Ford aluminum cylinder head to complete the long-block. The heads sport a 225cc runner, 62cc combustion chamber, and 2.08/1.60-inch valves.
3. The heads are assembled with Ferrea valves, Comp Cams valve springs, push rod guide plates, and locks, along with retainers from CV Products.">
<strong>3</strong>. The heads are assembled with Ferrea valves, Comp Cams valve springs, push rod guide plates, and locks, along with retainers from CV Products.
4. Before the heads are installed, the Edelbrock water pump is bolted on, and the front engine dress from Jones Racing Products is partially installed. The Jones crank pulley is installed on the ATI balancer, which turns the Jones power steering pump, and alternator. The crank also turns the Stock Car Products dry-sump oil pump.">
<strong>4</strong>. Before the heads are installed, the Edelbrock water pump is bolted on, and the front engine dress from Jones Racing Products is partially installed. The Jones crank pulley is installed on the ATI balancer, which turns the Jones power steering pump, and alternator. The crank also turns the Stock Car Products dry-sump oil pump.
5. Next, the Kevko dry-sump pan completes the bottom of the engine.">
<strong>5</strong>. Next, the Kevko dry-sump pan completes the bottom of the engine.
6. The Crane Cams lifters are oiled and dropped into place before the heads on mated to the block.">
<strong>6</strong>. The Crane Cams lifters are oiled and dropped into place before the heads on mated to the block.
7. The valvetrain is completed with a set of Comp Magnum rocker arms and rocker stud girdle.">
<strong>7</strong>. The valvetrain is completed with a set of Comp Magnum rocker arms and rocker stud girdle.
8. The long-block is topped with an Edelbrock Victor JR (PN 2980) single-plane intake manifold. The Victor JR is designed to operate in the 3,500-8,000 rpm range, which is perfect for our MEP sealed engine.">
<strong>8</strong>. The long-block is topped with an Edelbrock Victor JR (PN 2980) single-plane intake manifold. The Victor JR is designed to operate in the 3,500-8,000 rpm range, which is perfect for our MEP sealed engine.
9. The Jones Racing Products front engine dress is completes with power steering, alternator and all of the belts that drive everything.">
<strong>9</strong>. The Jones Racing Products front engine dress is completes with power steering, alternator and all of the belts that drive everything.
10. After installing the gauge-legal 750-cfm carb from Scotty McLendon, the Quarter Master V-Drive clutch, flywheel, and bellhousing is installed, completing the build.">
<strong>10</strong>. After installing the gauge-legal 750-cfm carb from Scotty McLendon, the Quarter Master V-Drive clutch, flywheel, and bellhousing is installed, completing the build.
11. McGunegill keeps the exact dyno numbers fairly secret. We are told the engine makes exactly what is advertised, which is 595 horsepower and 530 lb-ft of torque.">
<strong>11</strong>. McGunegill keeps the exact dyno numbers fairly secret. We are told the engine makes exactly what is advertised, which is 595 horsepower and 530 lb-ft of torque.
