Running a 460 Ford in my 19 Hallet bubble deck with a Berk 12 JC pump behind it. I have always been a Chevy guy but this motor has never let me down. It runs hard and has been very dependable. The parts are not as hard to find as people say. Sure Chevy's are more common but myself and a few friends run Fords and we are happy with them. I have to say ditching the olds could be the smartest move you make.