Are 6.9L engine mounting dimensions close to that of a Ford 460 gas engine?

[Ataylor]

Hi,

I'm looking for an engine cradle to store a extra 6.9 . I found one made by Allstar Performance ALL10141 that is meant to hold a 460. I don't mind if I have to modify it a little, but would like to have it close to start with.

Here is a link to it at amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Allstar-Perfo...ywords=Ford+allstar+performance+engine+cradle

Do you think it would work?

Thanks for any advice,

Archie

 

[aofarrell2]

The 460 is a bigger motor is all I can say... I don't believe they even use the same mounts.

 

[typ4]

not even close.

 

[Ford428CJ]

The 460 is a bigger motor is all I can say... I don't believe they even use the same mounts.

You have it backwards. The 6.9 is much bigger! Outside dimensions for sure! Trust me... I converted my 79 from a 460 to a 6.9. I also had to install a body lift on the P/U. Otherwise it wont fit. JMHO

 

[sassyrel]

You have it backwards. The 6.9 is much bigger! Outside dimensions for sure! Trust me... I converted my 79 from a 460 to a 6.9. I also had to install a body lift on the P/U. Otherwise it wont fit. JMHO

MUCH heavier weight wise also............

 

[hesutton]

not even close.

You have it backwards. The 6.9 is much bigger! Outside dimensions for sure! Trust me... I converted my 79 from a 460 to a 6.9. I also had to install a body lift on the P/U. Otherwise it wont fit. JMHO

MUCH heavier weight wise also............

X 2 on all the above. IDI is a bigger heavier engine.


Heath

 

[Iowa 73]

I have a couple of each sitting in my shop, but don't have time to measure the mounting points right now.
You are going to have to fab on it anyway, and I don't think it will be too far off. Just depends on how much work you want to do.

I have fix or six engines in the shop and no stands... I use tires and wood blocks.

 

[Ataylor]

Dang, I was hoping it would be close. Well, I guess I will have to make my own.

Thanks to everyone for their responses.

Archie

 

[aofarrell2]

You have it backwards. The 6.9 is much bigger! Outside dimensions for sure! Trust me... I converted my 79 from a 460 to a 6.9. I also had to install a body lift on the P/U. Otherwise it wont fit. JMHO

Sorry I was thinking about another engine! I got the 6.9 confused with another 6.x diesel !

 

[Ford428CJ]

Sorry I was thinking about another engine! I got the 6.9 confused with another 6.x diesel !

I have a 6.X too . Its in a P/U