What is a 0.020" Teksid Block ? (best, engine, Ford, cylinder)

[007.5]

Ive noticed this term with Drag Racing Cars. Could someone please explain it in laymans terms and its advantages/benefits ? Thanks.

[JBMallory]

the .020 is probably an overbore

teskid was a company building blocks for ford, i believe SVT, not sure whom else they produced blocks for

they are very strong blocks, and the 4.6 cobra blocks are said to be able to hold 1000+hp

[007.5]

Good to know. Thanks.

[M3 Mitch]

I had never heard of this before. Google is your uncle anyway:

4.6 Liter Ford Engine Cylinder Blocks

[SIZE=3]"Our recommendation is that the early block (the Italian Teksid) is the best foundation for power levels above 900 hp, although the later block certainly should be adequate for moderate power levels of up to 600 hp."[/SIZE]

Damn, I like their attitude. "Moderate" power levels up to 600 hp. If I asked for an old school 289 making even 500 BHP back in the day, all I would have got would be eye-rolling and "good luck with that!"