Will Magnum heads fit a LA block?

As long as the Magnum block is drilled for oil supply, some of the early LA heads can definitely be adapted to the Magnum blocks. Most people ask this, but it’s a bad idea to bring it up because it’s so common.

Will a la intake fit a Magnum?

Because Magnum engines use vertical intake bolts rather than horizontal ones, LA intakes will not work with them. Pro Products (URL) and Edelbrock (URL) sell direct-fit Magnum intakes.

What makes a Magnum engine a Magnum?

The redesigned 318 and 360 engines are simply referred to as “Magnum.” They have “roller cams and roller lifters,” but you can get roller rockers for them if necessary.

How much HP does a 5.9 Magnum have?

Factory hydraulic roller camshafts on Magnum 5.9 engines typically delivered a little over.400-inch lift and were good for 245 horsepower in most cases.

What is a la 360?

Chrysler Corporation produces a series of pushrod OHV small block 90° V gasoline engines under the designation “LA.” Factory-installed from 1964 through 1991 (318) & 1992 in passenger cars and vans, trucks and commercial vehicles, marine and industrial applications (360).

Will 360 heads fit on a 318?

A 318’s compression ratio must be taken into account. In the real world, 360 chambers are at least 5cc larger than 318 heads chambers, and I’d say they’re closer to 7-8cc larger. If you don’t mind running 7:1 compression, you won’t be able to just slap them on.

Is the 318 Magnum a good engine?

The Mopar 318 has a good amount of sturdiness. While a forged crankshaft would be preferable, cast iron crankshafts have proven to be very reliable. The bottom end of most 318 engines are actually used a cast-iron crankshaft.

What’s the difference between Magnum and Hemi engine?

The Hemi is newer, uses aluminum blocks and heads instead of iron, and has a higher power rating than the Magnum ever did.