I pickup up an engine late last summer. Owner really had no idea what it was. Been in the garage for years, cleaned out garage and decided to sell. All I new was it was a 1968 engine. After some research and some labor tearing it down its a 1968 429, likely out of one of the bigger sedans, tbird...
The frame for my 51 is painted and ready to go. Question now is the leaf springs. I have the originals. I could clean up the old ones or go new. Best price I have seen is $225 for rears $125 for fronts. Is it critical to get new ones or is that money better spent some where else. If I keep them...
Found 302 out of 83 mustang but no tranny going into my 51 pickup. after minimal research it seems tranny for that year was nothing spectacular. Any suggestions appreciated. Prefer to go with automatic. I have a c4 from 68 fairlane but bell housing does not match up. Is it possible to swap bell...
Is there any part numbers on the rear axle that would tell me the gear ratio? otherwise what is "easiest" way to determine?The truck I have was pieced together in 1980 from two 51's. The internet is wonderful but so far to much conflicting info. Some say the only gears available for that truck...