1967 Fairlane Super Stock

[ToddK]

That looks great. I think I may do something similar with my Thunderbolt.

[GPR]

I'm sorry to say after a lot of thinking and studying the NHRA classification guide I have decided to build a 302 from a 1968 Cougar and race it in GT/LA. It is rated at 230 hp and I can run aftermarket aluminum heads along with the same Quick Fuel carb that is the legal replacement for a 390 or 428CJ. This will be new for me because I only have experience with the FE motors. I believe it will be a lot cheaper to build than an FE and very competitive.

I guess I won't be posting anymore about this project since it's not an FE.   

[jayb]

Rusty!  Ouch!   

I think you should post the updates anyway, because its such a cool car...

[Joe-JDC]

If you go the 302 route, do you have to use a crate motor?  What heads and intakes are allowed?  There are some that work much better than others, and I would be curious what is allowed.  Modifications to the heads and intakes? 

There are so many FE heads, intakes, and blocks available, it is a shame you can't build one for less than $15K or so that would be competetive.    Joe-JDC

[GPR]

Rusty!  Ouch!   

I think you should post the updates anyway, because its such a cool car...

Thanks Jay, I was afraid I would be banned!!!!

[GPR]

If you go the 302 route, do you have to use a crate motor?  What heads and intakes are allowed?  There are some that work much better than others, and I would be curious what is allowed.  Modifications to the heads and intakes? 

There are so many FE heads, intakes, and blocks available, it is a shame you can't build one for less than $15K or so that would be competetive.    Joe-JDC

No you don't have to use a crate motor. We are going to start with a 289 block I have or a 302 roller block. AFR or Edelbrock heads are legal and any intake that will fit under the hood. I found out form NHRA I can't run the 427 hood unless the engine combo had fresh air.

[cjshaker]

Well that's a real bummer.

I'm glad Jay gave you the go-ahead for continuing the posts though. I've been following your build and it's been really neat to watch it come together. Don't cut us off now!

[jayb]

Thanks Jay, I was afraid I would be banned!!!!

If you put a Chevrolet engine in it, then you would be banned...

[Joe-JDC]

Remember the 289 cylinders are short.  A Boss 302 block would be a good foundation for a high rpm screamer with Scat forged crank and Honda rod journals for the longest rod possible, AFR 185 CNC heads, and a Parker Funnel Web intake.  Would be an interesting combination to dyno test.  Joe-JDC

[GPR]

Remember the 289 cylinders are short.  A Boss 302 block would be a good foundation for a high rpm screamer with Scat forged crank and Honda rod journals for the longest rod possible, AFR 185 CNC heads, and a Parker Funnel Web intake.  Would be an interesting combination to dyno test.  Joe-JDC

I have too many projects and a very limited budget left for the Fairlane. Yes that would be the ideal block to start with. AFR 1399/165 head is the one that is a legal replacement.   

[GPR]

The Fairlane is featured

http://classracer.com/magazine/

[Joe-JDC]

That head will be the limiting factor, but will be much better than any iron 289/302/351W head that Ford cast, even the origional '68 GT-40 heads fully ported will not match the AFR165 CNC for flow or velocity.  That makes the intake manifold selection somewhat different---I would suggest a ported RPM Air Gap, or ported Victor JR to match the oval ports of the heads.  Match every runner to 125% of the head's intake flow, and you will have the ultimate for torque and hp.  Let me know if you need any help, I am retired, but take on a few neat projects like that to help out fellow racers.    Joe-JDC 

[GPR]

That head will be the limiting factor, but will be much better than any iron 289/302/351W head that Ford cast, even the origional '68 GT-40 heads fully ported will not match the AFR165 CNC for flow or velocity.  That makes the intake manifold selection somewhat different---I would suggest a ported RPM Air Gap, or ported Victor JR to match the oval ports of the heads.  Match every runner to 125% of the head's intake flow, and you will have the ultimate for torque and hp.  Let me know if you need any help, I am retired, but take on a few neat projects like that to help out fellow racers.    Joe-JDC

Edelbrock 60217 is also legal

[mike7570]

For an easy to understand classification guide, go to the web page below.
(you probably need to sign up to use)

http://www.classracerinfo.com/

Mike G.

[lovehamr]

The Fairlane is featured

http://classracer.com/magazine/

Cool!!