Cadillac 331 in a Ford

[40coe]

Originally Posted by corvette8n

Try emailing Matt at iron trap garage, I think they just put a 331 Caddy in a ‘38
[email protected]

They have lots of parts for sale on their website, also check out their YouTube.

Caddy into ‘38 conv.
https://youtu.be/6KOJ0Bwpcnw?si=t0dEWhETCGcole3s

Thanks for the tip. He did not have the motor mounts. But he listed an original Cadillac 331 bellhousing. Since I am installing a Laselle transmission, this was a rare and great find.

[40coe]

Originally Posted by Automotive Stud

I put a 331 in my 40 in 2019, I got the hurst style mounts new from Mitchell Motor Works. Not sure if Mitch is still in business but his number was 415-806-4345 and his email was [email protected]

When you have some time, I would like to hear about your Cadillac install.

Mike 425-478-1271 txt ok

[deuce_roadster]

Hey Mike, add a picture of your blue Coe for an avatar. Then create some albums in your User CP "photos and albums" and upload pictures of some of your big iron. I am sure guys here would love to see your 39 too.

[40coe]

Thanks to all that replied!
I am looking for the front bearing retainer for a Cadillac Laselle transmission. Also hub
that holds throw out bearing and clutch arm. Any leads appreciated.

[PeterC]

My former 39 Ford Coupe had a 331 Cadillac backed by a 1937 LaSalle floor shift 3 speed transmission. Here is a picture of the motor mounts in place. Sorry - do not recall what manufacture they were.

[Newc]

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There is a fellow on H.A.M.B. that Cad stick trans is all he does. Search there - Cad Lasalle Newc

[petehoovie]

Originally Posted by PeterC

My former 39 Ford Coupe had a 331 Cadillac backed by a 1937 LaSalle floor shift 3 speed transmission. Here is a picture of the motor mounts in place. Sorry - do not recall what manufacture they were.

[Bored&Stroked]

Originally Posted by PeterC

My former 39 Ford Coupe had a 331 Cadillac backed by a 1937 LaSalle floor shift 3 speed transmission. Here is a picture of the motor mounts in place. Sorry - do not recall what manufacture they were.

That looks like it was a real beauty!

[V8COOPMAN]

Originally Posted by Bored&Stroked

That looks like it was a real beauty!

Everything "PeterC" does turns out to be a real beauty!

Coop


.

[Kube]

A friend of mine did this '39 coupe and I will say, he did a good job. No shortcuts...

Classified Ads - 1979 and Older Cars For Sale - 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe - Classic Cars & Trucks For Sale - Northwest Classic Auto Mall (nwcam.com)

[coupe33]

I do not enter very often. I bought a pair for a Cad install in my 26 Ford coupe. If I remember correctly I looked under Hot Rod or Ra$ Rod Cadillac engine mounts. Very seldom
do you find a Hurst set. Good luck

[PeterC]

Originally Posted by Bored&Stroked

That looks like it was a real beauty!

A few pictures of my former Cadillac/LaSalle 1939 Coupe -



Powered by a 1951 Cadillac 331 ci bored to 365cu backed by a 1937 LaSalle 3 speed top loader floor shift.

1951 Cadillac Engine
365 cu in (bored from 331ci)
4" JE forged pistons
Stock Crank and rods
Eldorado dual quad intake - WCFB Carter carburetors
Eldorado big port heads
Eldorado exhaust manifolds
Eldorado "Batwing" Chrome intake air cleaner
Chrome Cadillac valve covers
Nielson Vintage Racing Cam - 432 lift/282 duration
2" dual exhausts
275hp/344 ft lbs at the rear wheels - dyno reports included
11" Weber Clutch
Front Suspension - 4" dropped front axle (NOS Cragar)
Rear Suspension -- 2 " drop - Chassis Engineering rear suspension
Chassis
Chassis Engineering parallel rear springs
9" Ford 3:50 rear plus traction bars
Custom open driveshaft with front yoke slip joint
5.5 bolt pattern wheels all around
.5.5" front - 1950 Mercury
6" Rear - 1950 Lincoln
41 Lincoln Front Brakes

[petehoovie]

Originally Posted by PeterC

A few pictures of my former Cadillac/LaSalle 1939 Coupe -



Powered by a 1951 Cadillac 331 ci bored to 365cu backed by a 1937 LaSalle 3 speed top loader floor shift.

1951 Cadillac Engine
365 cu in (bored from 331ci)
4" JE forged pistons
Stock Crank and rods
Eldorado dual quad intake - WCFB Carter carburetors
Eldorado big port heads
Eldorado exhaust manifolds
Eldorado "Batwing" Chrome intake air cleaner
Chrome Cadillac valve covers
Nielson Vintage Racing Cam - 432 lift/282 duration
2" dual exhausts
275hp/344 ft lbs at the rear wheels - dyno reports included
11" Weber Clutch
Front Suspension - 4" dropped front axle (NOS Cragar)
Rear Suspension -- 2 " drop - Chassis Engineering rear suspension
Chassis
Chassis Engineering parallel rear springs
9" Ford 3:50 rear plus traction bars
Custom open driveshaft with front yoke slip joint
5.5 bolt pattern wheels all around
.5.5" front - 1950 Mercury
6" Rear - 1950 Lincoln
41 Lincoln Front Brakes

[Randy in ca]

Originally Posted by Kube

A friend of mine did this '39 coupe and I will say, he did a good job. No shortcuts...

Classified Ads - 1979 and Older Cars For Sale - 1939 Ford Deluxe Coupe - Classic Cars & Trucks For Sale - Northwest Classic Auto Mall (nwcam.com)

LINK:

http://www.nwcam.com/ClassifiedAds.h...d=13811&step=4

[petehoovie]

Originally Posted by Randy in ca

LINK:

www.nwcam.com/ClassifiedAds.html?cid=1&pid=13811&step=4

[40coe]

Just sent my early 51 and 52 Cadillac distributors to Charles Schwindler in New York. He is going to modify/update them with later fly weights and vacuum advance to use manifold vacuum. I will try to post some photos when I get them back.

[Rusty Relic]

Originally Posted by 40coe

Just sent my early 51 and 52 Cadillac distributors to Charles Schwindler in New York. He is going to modify/update them with later fly weights and vacuum advance to use manifold vacuum. I will try to post some photos when I get them back.

Did you find your bell housing to do the install ? Years ago I bought one believing it would fit my '52 engine , but it may be for the later engine that you have . I'm still looking for an early style adapter . Maybe we could trade ?

[TomC750]

Originally Posted by tubman

When I was first on the H.A.M.B., I saw a link to "Belmont's" site. At that time, they had the entire Offenhauser catalog on it. Turned out that it was just for reference only, but it drove me crazy for a while, because just about any Internet search for old speed equipment ended up there. They had none of the old stuff.

I haven't been led that far astray since a certain stripper back in '92.

What is the H.A.M.B.? I have seen a reference to it several times, but I am clueless.

[Bob C]

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[Proartguy]

H.A.M.B. is the hot rod site-

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