The Ford Barn

Ziggster · 01-22-2024, 12:01 PM

I would say it would typically be better to buy a running motor, but in this case I think I would pass. He has his facts messed up, which should raise some eyebrows. The early Ford V8s were 221 cu. in., and are referred to as “21 stud” - the number of headbolts/studs. I think these were produced until 38. These engines are not what you want as parts are hard to come by. The next generation were 239 cu. in., and are referred to as “24 stud”. This is what you want. The “L” might just be referring to the flathead design. Also, IIRC, Ford really didn’t build any vehicles during WW2 (42-45), so calling it a WW2 might be a bit if misnomer. So, for me personally, I wouldn’t trust this person when they seem to have the basics messed up.

01-22-2024, 12:01 PM	#9
Ziggster Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Ottawa, ON Posts: 992	Re: Assembled and running motor...any buying advice? I would say it would typically be better to buy a running motor, but in this case I think I would pass. He has his facts messed up, which should raise some eyebrows. The early Ford V8s were 221 cu. in., and are referred to as “21 stud” - the number of headbolts/studs. I think these were produced until 38. These engines are not what you want as parts are hard to come by. The next generation were 239 cu. in., and are referred to as “24 stud”. This is what you want. The “L” might just be referring to the flathead design. Also, IIRC, Ford really didn’t build any vehicles during WW2 (42-45), so calling it a WW2 might be a bit if misnomer. So, for me personally, I wouldn’t trust this person when they seem to have the basics messed up.