Shelby FE Aluminum Heads are cast from A356 aluminum, heat-treated to T6 hardness, and precision CNC-machined. Patterned after Ford’s legendary 427 FE medium-riser cast iron heads, Shelby FE heads deliver cutting-edge airflow improvements, starting with standard 2.250-inch intake and 1.750-inch exhaust valve diameters.

Due to their valve size, these heads are compatible only with the Shelby 427 Alloy FE or factory 427 cast iron blocks. They utilize 14mm diameter, 3/4-inch reach, gasketed spark plugs positioned in the stock location.

Shelby FE Aluminum Heads are sold in pairs, either complete or bare. Bare heads come with ready-to-run valve seats—just add valve components, and they’re ready to go. Every Shelby head is pressure-tested to ensure performance and reliability.

• Intake port features a modified short-turn radius and an optimized valve bowl area, enhancing both airflow quantity and quality. Ample port wall thickness allows room for additional porting.
• Exhaust port floor is raised 0.250-inch for improved exhaust flow velocity.
• Manganese bronze valve guides provide superior heat transfer and oil retention for proper valve stem lubrication.
• A cast-in “bridge” reinforces the coolant passage openings, adding strength. The deck surface is 5/8-inch thick for increased durability.

Valve Components

Shelby can supply complete valve components for Shelby aluminum or factory cast iron FE heads. This includes 1-piece stainless steel valves with swirl polished heads and under-cut stems. In addition, steel or titanium valve retainers and machined valve locks are available, along with valve springs, to fit any custom valve train application.

Shelby 427 FE Single Plane Intake Manifold

For horsepower hotter than Carroll’s famous chili, Shelby’s 427 FE single plane intake delivers race track power in a 2000-7500 and higher rpm range. This aluminum manifold is ideal for drag racing or any maximum horsepower application where hood clearance isn’t an issue. This manifold fits Shelby FE Aluminum heads and factory 390/406/427/428 cast iron FE heads.

FE Distributor and Ignition Components

Breakless electronic FE distributors are available for both Shelby aluminum blocks and factory cast iron blocks. Unlike rebuilt factory units, these new distributor housings provide superior shaft support, ensuring accurate spark timing even beyond 6,500 RPM.

The magnetic breakless control system delivers precise, maintenance-free spark timing. Compatible high-performance electronic ignition systems are also available, generating the strong spark necessary for maximum power. Additionally, replacement distributor caps and rotors are offered for easy maintenance.

Shelby FE Oil Pan

Also available is a Cobra race oil pan, engineered with internal baffles to keep the oil pickup submerged during aggressive cornering and braking. Designed for performance, it features a built-in windage tray and scraper to reduce oil mist and minimize parasitic power loss caused by the spinning crankshaft. The dipstick tube is conveniently positioned on the front passenger side. This oil pan is compatible with both Shelby FE Alloy blocks and factory cast iron FE blocks.

Shelby FE Oil Pumps

Oil pumps are available in standard and high pressure or volume versions. They have a black phosphate coating to eliminate corrosion and a rigid cover plate precision machined for flatness in relation to the pump gears. Inlet and outlet port dimensions are increased for improved flow. A chrome oil pump drive shaft is also offered. Pumps fit Shelby and cast iron FE Blocks.

Shelby 427 FE Dual Plane Intake Manifold

Shelby’s 427 FE Dual Plane Intake provides a superior breathing induction path for high performance street power. State of the art constant cross sectional area runner design boosts low and mid – range power, yet delivers breathing for top end power up to 6500 rpm thanks to its large volume plenum. Carburetor mounting pad is a square bore configuration and manifold is not equipped with an exhaust cross-over passage. This intake fits Shelby FE aluminum heads and 390/406/427/428 factory cast iron FE heads.

Shelby FE Remote Oil Filter Adapter

A billet aluminum remote oil filter adapter is threaded to accept 1/2-inch pipe fittings. this permits using A-N connectors and braided line to plumb a custom filter location in engine compartments.

Shelby FE Valve Coverts

Shelby FE die cast aluminum valve covers not only look great with the stylish CS logo and black crinkle finish, but they provide room for all valve train and rocker arm configurations. Besides Shelby FE heads and blocks, valve covers fit factory cast iron FE heads.

Shelby FE Engine Gaskets and Seals

Carroll Shelby Enterprises offers premium quality performance FE engine gaskets to fully complete an engine. The head gasket utilizes a pre-flattered steel wire ring for engine gasket selection covers Shelby FE and factory cast iron FE engines.

Shelby FE Starter

Small-diameter, light weight starter delivers more efficient cranking power, while providing additional header clearance room. In addition , the solenoid can be rotated for custom applications. Required on Shelby 427 FE Alloy blocks and fits factory cast iron FE blocks.

Shelby FE Alternator Brackets

Precision cut Shelby FE alternator brackets mount the stock lower passenger side position. Brackets are offered in black or polished finish.