Value of ford v8 60 hp drive train

[35fordsb]

Recently bought a 35 ford slant back with 37 ford 60 hp which runs great after installing stromberg carb from vintage speed. I can either keep and fix up as a restomod or sell drive train and go street rod. Thoughts on value of drive train? Thanks, fordsb

[J Franklin]

Since the heyday of midget racing is past, the value is fairly low. Dress it up and keep the car fancy-stock.

[40 Deluxe]

Originally Posted by 35fordsb

Recently bought a 35 ford slant back with 37 ford 60 hp which runs great after installing stromberg carb from vintage speed. I can either keep and fix up as a restomod or sell drive train and go street rod. Thoughts on value of drive train? Thanks, fordsb

Keep it stock and appreciate for what it is-a time capsule, a real-life reminder of how it was in the 1930's! I just took some friends for their first ride in my stock '40 sedan last night. They were fascinated with it and remarked how comfortable it is. Would not have had such a positive reaction to a street rod with custom upholstery and electronic video game dash, I'm sure.
If you want a street rod, sell this one to someone who will appreciate it as is and buy one already rodded (for cheaper than you could convert this one).

[Bored&Stroked]

Or - replace the 60 HP drivetrain with a larger 24 stud flathead, 39 transmission and an appropriate rear end (with say a 3.54 rear end gear). You'll find you can keep it vintage and still have enough power to enjoy the vehicle.

There is nothing wrong with a V8-60, except they just don't have all that much power and typically they included a rear end with a 4.44 gear ratio (because of the low power). If you want to get up to more normal highway speeds, the V8-60 and a 4.44 rear end . . . just don't cut it. (At least not for long).

[skidmarks]

What kind of a job did someone do installing a v8 60 in a 35 Ford?

In a 37 , there a lot of pieces that need swapped when changing over to a 85 hp. First is the front motor mounts and radiator.

[Jembow]

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My 35 was fitted with a 60 from new; the motor was designed for Europe. Fordsb may be in Europe or have bought an import.

[philipswanson]

Does it have R/H drive?

Phil Swanson

[35fordsb]

Car was built in 1978 (apparently from what someone had sitting around) to raffle off at an AACA Antique Car Show in Jekyll Island, Georgia. The car show brochure described it as "attractively restored" in 1978.

[35fordsb]

Originally Posted by philipswanson

Does it have R/H drive?

Phil Swanson

No, I wish it did so it would make sense as an import

[35fordsb]

Was yours an import and did it have right hand drive? I understand the v8 60hp debuted in the US in 1937.

[flatford8]

It’s your car but I agree with keeping it “stock style”. There’s plenty of stuff out there that the only real option is a hot rod because it is already half way there....Mark

[RalphM]

You could sell your V8-60 to someone building a belly tank( eh hem, Frenchy)
This is a great engine for limited space!

[VeryTangled]

Hi Everyone. 35fordsb, can I suggest we slow down just a little here.

MANY 35's have 37 85HP engines in them, many. It was a period replacement.

I'd wager that FEW 35's have 60 horse engines in them, very few. This engine was introduced in 37 (AS AN OPTION/SELECTION) in the US and other years outside. So it was introduced AFTER production of your '35, and would have been considered a downgrade, not an upgrade, PLUS it's a PITA project.

So, there is a little mystery here from my viewing angle.

Originally Posted by 35fordsb

Car was built in 1978 (apparently from what someone had sitting around) to raffle off at an AACA Antique Car Show in Jekyll Island, Georgia. The car show brochure described it as "attractively restored" in 1978.

Not especially restored with a 60hp engine... Just guessing. AACA dudes from the seventies would not have made this kind of swap, my spidy senses are telling me.

[Lanny]

So what will you take for the Engine ???
Let me know...




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[JSeery]

Originally Posted by 35fordsb

Recently bought a 35 ford slant back with 37 ford 60 hp which runs great after installing stromberg carb from vintage speed. I can either keep and fix up as a restomod or sell drive train and go street rod. Thoughts on value of drive train? Thanks, fordsb

A couple of photos would be nice.

[tubman]

A couple of years ago, I bid on a complete "tinside" at a local Minnesota auction. It was complete with even the carb and starter. However, it was stuck and really grungy. I dropped out of the bidding at $200. It went for $850 plus premium.

[Fred A]

Originally Posted by J Franklin

Since the heyday of midget racing is past, the value is fairly low. Dress it up and keep the car fancy-stock.

When I bought my 1940 style 60 at the Long Beach T swap, as the engine was moved between tailgates, the offers to the seller for twice what I paid made me a bit uncomfortable. At $750 for the engine, although very clean and free turning, seemed like a fair price to me. What is very low value that J Franklin refers to? I have plans for that 60. Only the need for the special mountings and radiator stuff delays my install in my '40 coupe. Perhaps I should be shopping in his world. The mystery to me is why the very mention of a 60 brings such a flood of negative comments. I know the limitations as I had only one 60 powered Model T, but learned how to take advantage of the difference, torque/power/RPM that distinguishes this engine. So often guys do a poor job with the 60, with a too heavy, too wind resistant, and mindless gearing choices. Expect that the detractors don't even have that first hand knowledge. Anyone can put a big assed engine in a project and get performance. Takes some thought to get a small tourqueless winder to do the job. Go 60! Fred A

[JSeery]

It comes from driving the originals!

[J Franklin]

When I referenced "fairly low value" I was referring to the days of Midget car racing when the V-8 60 was one engine of choice and in demand. Of course there is inflation but the demand just isn't there. I should have said "relatively low value". A 60 in a T is a good use of one.

[G.M.]

I don't know where the old midget race car guys are or if they have
a web site. That would be the best place to sell. I have a 1945 but
the engine is good. Here's a picture of mine which is all original
including the tires which still look great. G.M.