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Lake Speed's 90's NASCAR Thunderbird Resurrection: Running 780hp Wide Open at 75 Years Old!

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What happens here

The engine has been previously removed and sent to a professional engine builder for a complete refresh and modernization. This step acknowledges the significant power increase from approximately 480 horsepower to 780 horsepower, achieved through the expertise of NHRA Pro Stock legend Greg Anderson and camshaft design legend Billy Godbold from Comp Cams. The engine now features a modern Ford C3 NASCAR engine build, including advanced components like piston oil squirters, a feature that was custom-integrated into the oil pan to ensure optimal lubrication under extreme conditions. This professional work is crucial for the car's enhanced performance.

Goal: Modernize the engine for increased horsepower and durability.

Tools and materials

  • Custom Oil Pan — Modified to integrate piston oil squirters for enhanced lubrication
  • Ford C3 NASCAR Engine Ford — The core of the car's power plant, extensively upgraded for performance

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he made us a deal he said you know what you take that engine get it freshened up make it make some more power put it back in the car and I'll drive it again and he's 75 years old the modernized Ford C3 NASCAR engine is ready to go it makes 780 horsepower and the last time Lake drove this car 20 years ago it only made about 480. the objects will run faster than we did last time I was there you know yeah what have you been working on in here we've got we got brakes on sent off the

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