The Ford flathead V-8 engine ... up with would become the pinnacle of flathead V-8 performance equipment. See All 14 Photos Initially, the OHV Ardun heads were problematic, as they were very ...

Even if you're not all that familiar with pre-war American engines, most modern American gearheads have at least heard of the Ford flathead V8 ... with a set of Ardun heads, which allowed for ...

Like most things, the Flathead evolved and there were a variety of improvements made during its lifespan. In 1933, new aluminum cylinder heads and redesigned ... However, ever-frugal Ford used ...