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    2/10/2023 12:12 PM  #1

    Raymond_B
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    Keep as is or put in something?

    If you bought it would you just display it or find something cool to put it in?

    I think I'd have it gone through and put in a T-bolt replica or a shock tower deleted 65-66 coupe. Hmmmm tough choices.

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    2/10/2023 12:25 PM  #2

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    I'm afraid I would have to turn it into a coffee table or something!!! The vale train and 6 foot timing chain are s just a wee bit too complicated for me feel comfortable driving it all over the country. 

    But it will be hell when it well!!! 

    John  -- 67 Mustang Coupe 390 5 speed
     

    2/11/2023 7:55 AM  #3

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    Those engines were built to do one thing: win races.  Letting it sit would be heresy.  Thus I would have to put it in something or sell it to someone who would.  Might have to build a Torino with it and make a street version of the NASCAR that could have been. 

     

    2/11/2023 12:13 PM  #4

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    Bolted to Floor wrote:

    I'm afraid I would have to turn it into a coffee table or something!!! The vale train and 6 foot timing chain are s just a wee bit too complicated for me feel comfortable driving it all over the country. 

    But it will be hell when it well!!! 

    My understanding is that the long timing chain needed constant adjusting to maintain the correct timing.  This would make taking it on a long trip a bit complicated. 
    Otherwise, a very cool engine to have in your ride! 
     

    65 Fastback, 351W, 5-speed, 4 wheel discs, 9" rear,  R&C Front End.
     

    2/11/2023 1:33 PM  #5

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    I could not bring myself to put that in anything.  I would leave it as is.

     

    2/11/2023 1:53 PM  #6

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    I would leave it as-is, preserved as a museum piece. Sell it in ten years. I am certain it would return more than my retirement account.

    Money you enjoy wasting is NOT wasted money... unless your wife finds out.
     

    2/11/2023 3:32 PM  #7

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    MS wrote:

    I would leave it as-is, preserved as a museum piece. Sell it in ten years. I am certain it would return more than my retirement account.

    Current bid is $50K and still has 6 days left, so I imagine you are spot on.
     

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    2/11/2023 5:17 PM  #8

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    I talked to a guy at a local car show a couple of years ago that had one of those beasts in a 66 fastback. He said most of those engines ended up just sitting around in garages waiting to be used as boat motors, His 66 was quit impressive to me. His friend there had the same 427 in his XL500.

    Money can't buy happiness. Butt it can buy Car Parts... and that is pretty much the same thing.67 FastBack
     

    2/11/2023 8:05 PM  #9

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?


    image upload

    Timing chain "issue" solved !
    It would look right at home in a 64/65 Falcon with a straight axle and...
              "maybe" some frame connectors!!
    Prolly a nice tube chassis to go with the cammer and LENCO 5 speed. (Might as well go 'full-on' if we're day dream'in)..........
    6s6

    Last edited by 6sally6 (2/11/2023 8:09 PM)

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    2/12/2023 7:30 AM  #10

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    The things we aren't willing to do now.  Street engines used to have solid lifters that required periodic adjustment.  I don't see that stopping me.  Also, with a blower on it cam timing is considerably less important.  Just sayin'.
     

     

    2/12/2023 10:21 PM  #11

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    https://youtu.be/vNRcUOE2NaA?t=161

    This..........COULD be you !!!
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    https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxMUrtRrYO0-qF8Gf1PPoOJOmwoDqK9Hq4

    Just to emphasize my point !!!
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    Last edited by 6sally6 (2/14/2023 10:56 AM)

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    2/13/2023 5:42 PM  #12

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    There’s nowhere to mount the AC compressor!!

    John  -- 67 Mustang Coupe 390 5 speed
     

    2/13/2023 6:39 PM  #13

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    Bolted to Floor wrote:

    There’s nowhere to mount the AC compressor!!

    MS can design one
     

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    2/14/2023 10:59 AM  #14

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    TTT

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    2/18/2023 12:16 PM  #15

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    Well, it sold for a hefty price!! It’s like the bid winner read my post!!


    John  -- 67 Mustang Coupe 390 5 speed
     

    2/18/2023 2:40 PM  #16

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    Dang… one more bid and I would have had it…

    Money you enjoy wasting is NOT wasted money... unless your wife finds out.
     

    2/19/2023 6:47 AM  #17

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    Price is insane.  Intended use is more insane. 

     

    2/20/2023 8:45 AM  #18

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    Re: Keep as is or put in something?

    TKOPerformance wrote:

    Price is insane.  Intended use is more insane. 

    I agree. 
     

    65 Fastback, 351W, 5-speed, 4 wheel discs, 9" rear,  R&C Front End.
     

     

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