What you need to do is put out WTB for the parts you need, 4bb intake, dual exhaust manifolds, later distributor. In fact, we get the occasional Y-block through the core yard. I could probably help with some of it. Those who know, how much should he expect to pay for a 4-bbl intake? Shipping arn to OZ isn't cheap, but there are a few parts a custom just gotta have. Love the rendering, but I'd have to go with a rolled rear pan. jack vines
Looking like you have this sorted out rather well, which helps in all builds. If I wasn't so involved at the moment with a XB Ute potential purchase here in the states, here is another decent 58 Mainline here in the states for $3500 https://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4815503799.html
That side trim is rare as hens teeth. It is the same as '56 Canadian Meteors. Canadian cars often had tri-tone paint in that space. Most Aussie cars were built in Oakville Ontario. Ford used the older Meteor trim. It makes it rare here as a result.
For some reason, these pictures triggered a long past memory. In 1971, as a summer employee at a GM dealership in Guam (still in high school), I learned how to drive a three on the tree Holden pickup. The mechanics I worked with coached me on speed shifting, not only the Holden pickup but also the new Chevy Vegas coming into the dealership. Thanks for bringing back a fun memory! LOL
When you rebuild your 272 keep in mind that it is the same block and stroke as a 292.If you buy a set of 292 pistons you can simply bore your 272 from 3.620" to 3.750" and you have a 292.Of the stock 4bbl intakes the one with a letter "B" after the PN is the best one.If you have a choice that's the one you want.You said you have a 1957 4bbl intake? That should be a "B".Has the standard Holley bolt pattern,the "A" intake needs an adaptor to use any of the modern carbs.
Hi Johnny, I have few components you may be interested in. new 292 pistons & moly rings, rod bearings. Thunderbird headers (used).
That's what I call a tea pot carb. they where used in conjunction with a dual advance distributer. If they worked they where Ok. but they rarely worked properly.