Flathead V8

GPTKB entity

Properties (66)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf engine
gptkbp:availability aftermarket parts
gptkbp:compressionRatio 6.5:1 to 8.0:1
gptkbp:coolingSystem water-cooled
gptkbp:culturalImpact classic car restoration
vintage racing
hot_rod_culture
gptkbp:cylinderCount cast iron
gptkbp:displacement 221_cubic_inches
gptkbp:drivetrain flathead
gptkbp:engine cast iron
approximately 600 lbs
single or dual
gptkbp:engineType flat
gptkbp:exhaustSystem integrated
single plane
gptkbp:firstIntroduced 1932
gptkbp:fuelType gasoline
conventional
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Flathead V8
gptkbp:legacy influenced_future_V8_designs
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Ford_Motor_Company
gptkbp:notableFeature gptkb:Ford_cars
gptkb:Ford_trucks
gptkbp:notableUsers collectors
restorers
custom car builders
gptkbp:operationalRange 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2
gptkbp:powerOutput 85-125 hp
gptkbp:productionYears 1932-1953
gptkbp:setting gptkb:V8
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Y-block_V8
gptkbp:torque 150-200 lb-ft
gptkbp:tuning high
headers
exhaust systems
performance chips
gaskets
fuel lines
fuel pumps
air filters
oil filters
crankshafts
spark plugs
bearings
radiators
water pumps
wiring harnesses
fuel filters
intake manifolds
performance camshafts
engine mounts
vacuum lines
valve covers
ignition upgrades
timing gears
cooling fans
valve springs
oil pumps
high-performance carburetors
oil pans
throttle linkages
transmission adapters
valve adjusters
camshaft_gears
piston_kits