You don't need a computer to run a 302 Ford and 5sp. 302s have been around since 1969. I bought a 5.0 from a '95 Mustang, removed the intake and distributor, added a dual plane intake then a 600cfm carb and earlier dist. and drop it in. No computer necessary. My '53 ran fine with that combo.

GeneralitiesI don't see much happening right now. So, I thought, how about I put up a few photos of my '53 F-100. It has been taken apart and now is in the process of installing the IRS from a '96 Tbird. The 4.6 engine and harness is on the floor. I got a great deal on a new set of headers...

OK,, my take. The 53-56 F100s work well with most any engine you choose. I know of one with a 389 Pontiac/hydro. A Buick (nailhead) is a great engine. although relatively expensive and harder to get hop up parts for it. I remember a 55 F100 running a blown Cad engine that ran 150 mph at...

I just wanted to let everyone know that my mind has changed again. Hopefully for the last time (engine wise). I'm back to the 302 AOD setup. It just didn't work out for me. The 4.6 Ford/auto will go into my 1949 Ford sedan. I have a '95 T-Bird IRS for it and am looking at a '04 Crown Vic IFS to...

Maybe so, But I had a friend with a 59 F-250 stake bed, running a 352 granny 4 speed & 4x4. It ran well went up Hwy. 395 and while I don't have mileage figures, I have no memory of it being unacceptable. However I used to have a '58 Ranchero. A 352 running a 4-speed & a 406" Tri-power. It gave...

I agree, A 360 FE is a bad choice, I'd install a a Chevy small block before I would use a 360. I have had two 360s in two different Ford PUs 2 wd & 4wd. They had "sucky" gas mileage, drank oil,and had little power. A 390 is a nice engine. Even a 429 or 460 is better. I will sit back and hide...

That looks like a great '55. Whereabouts in MO are you.

Yes that's the look or type of hinge style. What is it ?

:wavey: I'm back & wondering what has been a good, reliable, INEXPENSIVE, car to rob parts from ? Actually, I don't care how expensive the car, just how much the parts cost. I just want a forward hinged hood, not a tilt front end. I've heard that BMW has one. Buick (mid 80s) has one that...

I'll keep you informed as things happen. Nothing new, just removed the grille & lights & started a cut to allow the fenders to be pulled in at an angle. The procedure lightens the front appearance. I'm thinking about what to use as a front bumper. Maybe two small 'nerf' bars? Or maybe a '29 Ford...

Either one will be worth playing with. I vote for the '54 (if I had my Druthers)

54 Ford QsThe 352 came out in 1958 and stock the '54 had either a 223" 6cyl. or a 239 OHV8. Unless I'm wrong.:wasntme:

My '53 F100 bed is 6' 6"

Sorry, I'm not up on metrics without a conversion chart. The original bolt pattern (5 on 5 1/2"), was used by Ford from 1928 thru at least the late 70s or mid 80s. (on Trucks) that is. Passenger cars were the same pattern up to 1948, and went to 5 on 4 1/2" in 1949 up to around the mid 70s when...

Crager SSs5 x 139? Oh, Metric!! lol. 15" dia. front & rear, 10" wide rear, 7" front. 5 on 4.5" B.C. As for back spacing, I'll have to go measure them. But they are around 3.5" front & 4.5" [+ -] rear.:confused: