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#  Cleveland — Ford F100 Glossary 

Ford's 351 Cleveland V8, a 1970-1974 performance small-block often swapped into F-100s for added power and high-flow heads.

fordf100s.com · Updated September 16, 2026 

Definition

Ford's 351 Cleveland (351C) V8 engine (1970-1974), a high-performance small-block sometimes swapped into F-100 trucks for added power.

The 351 Cleveland, or 351C, was Ford’s performance-oriented small-block V8 produced from 1970 through 1974\. While it was never a factory option in F-100 trucks, the Cleveland has become a popular swap candidate for enthusiasts who want more power than a Windsor provides without stepping up to a big-block.

The Cleveland is distinguished from the Windsor by its larger ports, canted valve heads, and different block casting. Two-barrel versions are relatively mild, but four-barrel heads with large ports flow exceptionally well for the displacement. The Cleveland uses a different bellhousing bolt pattern than the Windsor, which matters for transmission compatibility during a swap.

Swapping a Cleveland into an F-100 requires attention to motor mount placement, cooling system capacity, and exhaust routing. The engine is physically similar in size to a 351 Windsor, making the swap feasible in trucks that originally housed a V8\. Cleveland-specific parts are less common than Windsor parts, so plan ahead for rebuild components. For builders chasing performance in a period-correct Ford package, the 351C is an appealing option that splits the difference between a small-block and a big-block.

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