08-19-2019, 10:54 AM | #1 |
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Engine change
Little history. I have a 1935 Ford Slant back with a 350/350 tranny. I’m thinking of replacing that with a 35 flathead out of a 35 truck. I just like the way the flatheads look in these cars. Btw Mines a driver. Like to hear your comments pros/cons on this?
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08-19-2019, 11:39 AM | #2 |
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Re: Engine change
As a die hard, Ford guy, I LOVE it And as a flathead guy, I love the looks of the 21 stud, head mounted water pumps. That's exactly why I'm rebuilding my 68 engine.
Unless someone, in your area can pour babbit bearing, you'll need to make sure the engine has insert mains. Frank |
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08-19-2019, 11:47 AM | #3 |
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Re: Engine change
Regarding the head mounted pumps, They don't flow as well as the block mounted ones. The cooling system needs to be in good shape and make sure the radiator is topped off.
Most insert blocks, of late '35, will have LB stamped in the top, right front of of the block but, not all. Mines a early '37 and their not stamped. |
08-19-2019, 01:17 PM | #4 |
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Should I look for a newer flathead motor? Say out of a 50’s Mercury?
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08-19-2019, 01:27 PM | #5 |
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Re: Engine change
yes.
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08-19-2019, 01:43 PM | #6 |
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08-19-2019, 05:07 PM | #8 |
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Re: Engine change
I actually winter in Lessburg
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08-19-2019, 05:44 PM | #9 |
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Better listen to Ggmac. That costs a lot of money, probably 15,000 plus. Sell the street rod and buy a car that hasn't been all f--ked up.
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