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hello everyone today I’m writing because I’m thoroughly confused about engine swaps. So or some background info I have a 1964 falcon 2dr sedan...
I get it. Can I just do this 4 GA wire going to 50 amp switch from switch to fuse block then to ignition and fuel pump separately. No need to...
The wiring is kinda a kind of a mixed bag. Before I got to it it had been sitting in a field and the mice got it first. It looks like all the...
Hey everyone. I want to get your opinion on some wiring schemes. So I need to be able to power my pertronix ignition and electronic fuel pump. I...
Yeah I know I’m crazy right lol. I think I’ll be fine. Just store it well in garage until I get back to it in years. Out of a 144. Amazing lol I...
I do see your point 4K was about of an exaggeration but the 200 is a bolt in operation. It will use my current mounts, tranny, clutch, radiator,...
Kind of a side not note but thank everyone for your responses. I appreciate the help. One thing I’ve noticed is these old falcons don’t get much...
Ha no you guys are all right. I do not hot rodders engine swap a lot. Thanks for putting it like that I never really thought about that...
I thought about a v8 but he amount of work I’m better off for 4-5K just buying a v8 falcon already. I’d need tranny, suspension, brakes, frame...
I’m in Phoenix AZ. When it’s under 90 I’m fine with no AC but triple digits AC becomes less of a luxury and more of a necessity to me lol . In all...
hello everyone. I’m writing with a stupid thing today. I honestly think I need to see a doctor to get my brain checked. I’m looking at some 200 CI...
hey everyone. I’m just trying to get all your opinions on drum bs disc brakes and what I should do. Currently my falcon has manual 9inch drum...
Oh of course your right I know it’s not best for it at all it was really dumb to do. I know it’s bad for bearings and stuff. Don’t plan on doing...
Thanks for the reply. That should be no problem seeing as even in neutral gear she doesn’t rev past 5K because of valve float. I guess it was my...
200 swap is in the probable eventual plans. For right now then is 3,000 ok as long as temp and oil pressure are good? It’s only a 2.5 inch stroke....
Hey everyone. I just was writing has anyone ever attempted a t5 swap into a late model 64 falcon. My reason being right now with my 1:1 high gear...
Yeah. I just don’t like the amount of time and money to throw a v8 in. It’ll be like everyone else. I like being different with a i6. Plus it’ll...
Thanks for the reply’s everyone. Well I’m your opinion is it worth all the trouble and money if throwing an 302 HO in there. I’d need new 5spd...
Hello everyone sorry to post another thread so soon. Got a lot of stuff in my head lol. My stepdad is confused as he gave me a 302 HO and I won’t...
Thank you everyone for being so nice to the noon lol. And thanks blowby I appreciate it engines and cars just kind of click for meI will...
I plan on doing a overhaul when I find a 200 to put in just to make sure it’ll last awhile. Either way I go I already plan on doing a cam,...
Thanks everyone for your replies. I know that’s realistically the 200 makes the most sense. I thought about 250 swapping it but that requires new...
hello everyone. My name is Jarod and I have a 1964 ford falcon 2dr sedan with a 144 i6 and 3spd column shift manual. Some of you might recognize...
hello everyboy. My first post here. So I figured I’d introduce myself. My name is Jarod and I am 17 as a junior in high school. I have been...
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