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The Ford Indy V8 engine (colloquial four-cam) was a revolutionary 4.2 L (255 ci) dual-overhead-cam (DOHC) racing engine introduced in 1964. Built to break the dominance of front-engine Offenhauser roadsters, it powered mid-engined Lotus and Lola chassis to three consecutive Indianapolis 500 victories from 1965 to 1967.

• Configuration: 90° V8, DOHC, 32-valve (four valves per cylinder)

• Displacement: 4.2 L (255 cubic inches)

• Horsepower: 375–425 hp (naturally aspirated); later turbocharged versions exceeded 700+ hp

• Max RPM: Capable of exceeding 9,000 RPM (peak power typically hit around 8,000–8,300 RPM)

• Weight: 350–360 lbs (utilizing aluminum block, aluminum cylinder heads, and magnesium oil pans)

• Oiling System: Dry sump system with a cast-magnesium oil pans

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We have a large selection of engine parts for the Ford DOHC Indy car engine. These are being sold as an entire lot. Thes include:

• Blocks

• Heads

• Crankshafts

• Camshafts

• Rods

• Valves

• Oil pans

• Bearings

• Gaskets

• And more

For a complete list, email: info@indycompetition.com or call (765)335-2057