Roush DL511SRFEC 511 CI Street Race Ford FE Crate Engine

Description

Bring track-level FE big block dominance to your daily street cruiser with the Roush DL511SRFEC 511 CI Street Race crate engine. This 8.4L stroker relies on a premium aluminum FE block and a forged rotating assembly to deliver 600 HP, but utilizes a custom-tailored Street Race camshaft profile for vastly improved highway manners and vacuum characteristics. Topped with CNC aluminum heads and a dual-plane intake, this engine gives your classic Ford massive off-the-line torque without stalling out at every traffic light.

Key Features of Roush DL511SRFEC Street Race FE

• 600 HP Street-Tuned Output: Eliminates the erratic behavior of pure drag engines by delivering smooth reliable horsepower tailored for street cruising.
• Street Race Camshaft Profile: Optimizes valve overlap to produce a mean muscle car idle while maintaining enough engine vacuum for power brakes.
• Aluminum FE Engine Block: Drops massive front-end weight compared to a vintage cast iron block to drastically improve your classic chassis handling.
• Forged Rotating Assembly: Packs the massive block with a forged steel crank and H-beam rods to handle brutal low-end torque safely.
• CNC-Ported Aluminum Heads: Maximizes high-velocity airflow port dynamics to feed the massive 511ci cylinders efficiently.
• Dual-Plane Intake Manifold: Balances instant off-idle throttle response with strong pulling power for exceptional street drivability.

Component Breakdown Street Race FE Configuration

This 511 cubic inch street-tuned big block provides a bulletproof foundation for high-end pro-touring platforms.

• The heavy-duty aluminum block houses a fully forged rotating assembly and a custom street-friendly hydraulic roller camshaft
• Ships fully assembled with CNC aluminum heads custom valve covers a dual-plane aluminum intake manifold and a complete oil pan

Vehicle Fitment & Compatibility Matrix

This massive 511 stroker drops perfectly into vintage engine bays designed for early FE big blocks. Upgrading your chassis with a street-dominating FE crate motor ensures you maintain authentic aesthetics with everyday driveability.

• Fits classic 1960s Ford Mustang and Shelby GT500 restomods demanding a reliable street-tuned big block
• Fits classic Ford F-100 truck restorations demanding a massive carbureted powerplant that handles modern highway traffic
• Fits vintage Ford Fairlane and Torino street machines seeking a dyno-verified 600 HP naturally aspirated engine
• Fits custom Factory Five Cobra replicas demanding authentic 427-style big block dimensions with modern street manners

Fuel & Ignition System Requirements

Feeding this massive street engine requires reliable fuel delivery and a steady ignition source.

• Bolt on a high-CFM 4-barrel carburetor and feed it with a high-volume mechanical or electric fuel pump
• Connect a high-performance billet distributor to an MSD ignition box and run heavy-duty spark plug wires

Installation Break-In Oil & Priming Instructions

Protect your expensive forged internals by taking your time during the initial engine startup process.

• Use a priming tool through the distributor hole to get oil flowing to the roller lifters before turning the crankshaft
• Fill the pan with conventional high-zinc 10W-40 break-in oil and run a varied RPM cycle to seat the forged rings

USA Warranty Emissions & Logistics

We ship this premium FE engine securely on a heavy-duty pallet straight to your shop.

• Backed by Roush Performance strict manufacturing standards to ensure premium quality straight from the factory
• This custom engine is strictly designed for pre-emissions classic vehicles and off-road hot rod builds