Roush Yates Engines is now offering a limited number of used, complete, long-block ex-Nationwide race engines (without carburetor, intake manifold, and headers). With usage between 400 and 800 racing miles and prices starting at $16,000, these race engines should, where regulations permit, represent value to drag racers, short track oval racers, vintage road racers, and boat racers.
Roush Yates-built, these 358cid engines are based on the Ford R451 dry-sump racing block and feature a Bryant 8-counterweight crankshaft (a perfectly balanced item and $4,000 when new), top of the line connecting rods, forged pistons, and a Roush Yates-specified roller camshaft with 55mm roller cam bearings. Bore size is 4.150 inches or larger and stroke lengths vary from 3.260 to 3.300 inches depending upon bore size.