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I don't know if this has anything to do with your issue; but our 2011 Edge transmission and instrument panel began to have problems ; which were cleared up with the purchase of a new battery. The original factory battery was around seven years old and we were concerned about its age; although it seemed to start the car OK. During this time, the transmission began to act like a "lock-up" converter was engaging/disengaging in a harsh manner. We envisioned an expensive transmission repair bill. Also, the instrument panel began to do weird things; but seemed to correct itself after a bit of driving. Anyway, the battery finally began to fail on startup; and we had it replaced. Immediately, the problems with the transmission and instruments were eliminated, and haven't resurfaced.

This topic has jarred my memory of those days as I closely followed Ford's racing program. Correct me if I'm wrong; but I recall something about replacing the "ball socket" rocker arm valve train with rocker shafts straight from the the old Y-block. Perhaps the same bore centers made this possible. Isn't that ironic? As Mackinaw stated, in 1964 the engine was converted to DOHC heads. At first, the head was configured as on a regular DOHC V-8 (Coyote); but after further development, the exhaust ports were moved to the valley area and the intake ports routed between the cams.

Back then, the only Indy requirement was that the engine had to be 255 cu.in. There was no displacement increase allowed for push-rod engines vs. OHC racing engines. In other words, non of this "balance of performance"" stuff. This engine also ran gasoline instead of racing fuel to keep it more related to Ford production offerings. To me, this was also a test of the new SBF vs. the established SBC on equal ground as there were SBC entries too. As I recall, Jimmy Clark came in second in this initial effort. There was some controversy as the winning Offy was leaking fluids; and Clark had to back off to keep from crashing. The original version of the Ford GT (later referred to as the GT-40) was initially configured with this "Indy" engine.

My 2011 Edge's front Ford emblem had the blue color peel off several years ago.

Likewise.. These Mustangs were ordered to spec. 1965 Fastback GT 1969 Mach I 1985 GT 2008 Bullitt

Does the typical 6.2 truck engine have dual spark plugs; or does Indmar use special heads? This marine version of the 6.2 must be one of the best kept secrets in the industry.

If similar type pictures of a new Lincoln sedan were published, it would be painted in a dull, pastel blue/gray color inspiring little passion.

How long will it be before the new GM LSe motor becomes the "spec" engine for this series?

"We are all disappointed with racing in general but what is Ford going to do about it? They aren't allowed to race their main engine because its OHC and everybody knows they would mop the floor with the competition. Heaven forbid legitimate competition and innovation push racing into the 21st century out of the pushrod era. John Mihovetz is doing incredible things with the Modular considering the limited aftermarket. He has shown that there's potential but very few places to showcase it." Back when the Flathead Ford was king, sanctioning bodies welcomed the new overhead engines to enter competition without any weight adjustments, nor "BOPs" to "level" the playing field. They allowed innovation to occur naturally; and let the chips fall where they may. In recent decades, they make rules to maintain the status quo to protect investment in existing technology.

Anybody know a place (web site??) where Ford fans can register negative opinions regarding the trend for Ford to support GM "spec" powered Ford labeled race cars? I understand all the stated rationale behind these changes; but after decades of supporting Ford racers and buying Ford cars, I don't like it and I'd like to tell somebody at Ford.

I passed on the recent ARCA race because of this LS engine in everything; and will pass on tonight's truck race for the same reason. Unfortunately, I can believe Ford's surrender in these matters; but I am surprised that Toyota caved. There should be a public service announcements prior to the races that state that all participants will be using GM engines! I endure the "BOP" thing in IMSA; but at least a competitor's car and associated engine come from the same manufacturer.

Apparently the ARCA series has pretty much exclusively used the LS based engine for two years now (regardless of body decals); and now it seems the Craftsman truck series is going the same way. I suppose it won't be long before Xfinity and Cup follow suit. That will be the last straw for me as a follower of that branch of motor sports. They like to refer to that engine as the "LLmor NT1" as if it isn't a GM engine. In a different vein....There is a rumor out there that Ford may move to the "prototype" class in IMSA , after the GT has run its course (2019??). Anyone heard anything about this?

That is certainly good news. Didn't Dave Blaney have some success running a Ford powered Sprint car some years ago?

I guessed that if their race car sports "Ford" decals that some form of support is coming from a Ford related source. Historically, company logos on a race car indicate support (money/parts/etc.) If this is not the case in the original post regarding a GM powered race car with prominent "Ford" decals, I take back any criticism.

Who is it in Ford racing/promotion/advertising that would agree to support a GM powered race car under the Ford banner? Are they completely clueless?? If Ford isn't prepared to invest the effort to field a Ford powered racer, they should do something else. I personally find these "Fake Fords" embarrassing; but I'm old school.