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FE Power Forums => Member Projects => Topic started by: TimeWarpF100 on January 09, 2012, 12:43:23 PM
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Signed up here nearly a year ago. (last April) Moved 3 times since and all projects came to a standstill.
Moved into a new workshop (my smallest shop ever) A day before the new year. My FE F100 Project has gotten put on back burner long enough now. Currently have 4 different Project FE 65-66 Trucks.
October 10th 1965 Dad pulled into the driveway with a brand new 1966 F100 Red with Red interior and a 352 w/3spd column shift and a 4:11 posi. Loved that truck, fast forward to October 1978 when I purchased a 11k mile original 427 R Comet.
Some day vowed to have a dual quad 427 S.O. in a Ultra Nice 1966 F100. Little did I know it would take over 30yrs for a 427 Powered one and 46yrs from first time I laid eyes on the gorgeous 66 F100. I learned how to drive in dads F100 the fall he took it home @ 8yrs old. My 3 daughters learned how to drive in my 1965 FE powered truck 3yrs ago. They are now 16, 14 & 11. My eldest daughter helped me get the 1966 FE Ranger on the road and loves driving it.
1966 427 Powered project is the main topic here. Need to dust it off and finish moving into shop but it should be back on track hoping by this coming weekend.
Here is eldest daughter helping me get the truck in shop for teardown.
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This was back in February 2000 so the project truck has really been on back burner for nearly 12yrs since purchase.
Time goes fast. Update 8/6/2014
Pics of my daughters when I first bought truck for a 427 swap. They are now 17 & 19. LOL
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Done. Great looking truck, by the way. I used to have a 66 2 wheel drive with a 352 myself. Got it in South Dakota, painted it and fixed it all up, then had to sell it because I needed the cash. I always wanted a '66 3/4 ton 4X4 Ford pickup with a 390 and a 4 speed...
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Nice truck indeed. It's screaming for a paint job to protect that nice looking sheetmetal though. What's your plan, running gear or body resto first?
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Nice truck indeed. It's screaming for a paint job to protect that nice looking sheetmetal though. What's your plan, running gear or body resto first?
Pretty much a Stock "appearing" complete resto with a few upgrades . . .
Started off with a original complete '67 Side OIler Medium Riser but the plans changed.
Made a call to Survival/Barry and ended up with a new block, CNC'd EDel Heads, 4.25x4.25 Stroker kit and a few other trinkets. Had a nice Tunnel Wedge and NOS BT/BU carbs but sold the bt bu carbs and bought a new set from Barry.
Trans is a 69 Mach 1 CJ-C6, Added a Yukon posi to the other wise stock 9" Rear. Will most likely upgrade to 31spline in the future.
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Complete teardown with a trial fit for engine & air cleaner clearance. Blast frame & components then had powdercoated satin black.
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Absolute Cherry Arizona sheet metal
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more sheet metal
Then the never ending priming and sanding.
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Of course cannot forget the power plant pieces.
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Once the timing cover was in perfect location I used Lemans Rod dowels to make sure it stayed there and any further rebuilds etc it would simply go back to same location. Worked very well.
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cannot forget about all the hardware and attaching parts.
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I envy you guys with straight and rust free sheetmetal. I'd love to have straight or rustfree, but couldn't imagine both at once. Looks like you know it inside and out. One nice truck. Later, Travis.
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Nice truck. I just finished my 56 F100 last yr. It started out as a paint job and wound up as a total rebuild from the ground up. Changed out the C6 that I put in 30 yrs ago for a top loader with a Dave Kee top shifter kit. Upgraded my 427 sideoiler with new carbs and blue thunder med riser 2x4 manifold. I hope to take it to Carisle Ford week end in june.
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Wow thats gunna be one great effy. That sheetmetal is amazing.
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A few pics until I catch up where build is now.
Cab in paint, on chassis with engine and trans installed.
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close to where its at now. The moving 3 times in 6 months and then having to set up shop all over again has stopped the project.
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Restored, dash, gauges, interior. Found NOS material for seat. Goal was to make it stock appearing or if Ford had built a "R" code 66 F100 way back when.
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That's some hay hauler.
I can't imagine moving 3 times in 6 months.
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Nice and keep those pics coming!
But, I would have been scared to not paint the hood at the same time....to ensure an exact color match, even in white.
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Wow! Amazing car! Really great work Dude ;D
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i would like to know who fabricated your oil pan , as i have 66 f250-2 wd -i can't go deep sump and the t-style's hit the cross member on the pass. side--I currently have a sideoiler being buit over at survival motorsports and would like to get pan sent to him in the next month or so. also what motor mounts (or mod's) did you use,as last time i had to drill the stock fe's as i recall? any info would really help me out ,thanks -gene p.s. i thought mine was "clean" until i saw your's on the "h.a.m.b post" and here !!!
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i would like to know who fabricated your oil pan , as i have 66 f250-2 wd -i can't go deep sump and the t-style's hit the cross member on the pass. side--I currently have a sideoiler being buit over at survival motorsports and would like to get pan sent to him in the next month or so. also what motor mounts (or mod's) did you use,as last time i had to drill the stock fe's as i recall? any info would really help me out ,thanks -gene p.s. i thought mine was "clean" until i saw your's on the "h.a.m.b post" and here !!!
Moroso 7qt road race type pan I purchased from Survival. Stock Ford F100/250 4x2 motor mounts
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I hate to bother you , but did you have to trim the passenger side of the pan or did it clear as is ? before I pulled the motor ,I measured off of the stock pan and it looked like no way a t-stle pan would clear. again , thank's for the info !
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never mind my previous post.i just found your pic's on the h.a.m.b. forum- i guess that moroso pan fit's! don't look much clearance, lol- thank's
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I hate to bother you , but did you have to trim the passenger side of the pan or did it clear as is ? before I pulled the motor ,I measured off of the stock pan and it looked like no way a t-stle pan would clear. again , thank's for the info !
My mistake, thought you saw it on the hamb that the pan is unmodified but had to notch the frame to get it to clear. Same with clearance for oil filter.
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yea, i couldn't see the notch's in the photo's, but i kind of figured there was not enough clearance. i guess i'll just have to get a custom pan built! nuthin's easy lol. anyway, thank's for the help!
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After reading through this thread, I went to the window, looked out at my '63 F-100 for a few minutes, and then went over in the corner and had a brief cry. SOME DAY!!!
KS
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I had big plans to work on this project but ended up starting on another. A for sure off topic non-FE
Another 66 F100 but this time for a daily driver and tow rig.
Powered by the new TwinTurbo EcoBoost 3.5L
Hoping to get back on the 427 Project soon.
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Restored, dash, gauges, interior. Found NOS material for seat. Goal was to make it stock appearing or if Ford had built a "R" code 66 F100 way back when.
Looks awesome. Where did you find the seat material and who did the upholstery?
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Very nice! I have a soft spot for 66 f-100's, that was my first vehicle.
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Restored, dash, gauges, interior. Found NOS material for seat. Goal was to make it stock appearing or if Ford had built a "R" code 66 F100 way back when.
Looks awesome. Where did you find the seat material and who did the upholstery?
I was able to get some NOS upholstery from SMS Fabrics. A place in Spokane did the stitching from original pattern. Pretty much exact to the original.
Mad a bit of progress on the 427 Project box but adding the eco-boost project to the mix and also trying to get my garage set up it feels like I am making little to no progress on any of the projects.
EcoBoost truck chassis is now complete. Next up is finishing the channel of cab and box over the new 2012 Chassis.
In process of installing a new bed floor in the '66 Box for the 427 project along with trying to add on to the shop so I have some elbow room to actually get something done . . .
Best part of the box floor removal. For the fun of it decided to count the number of spot welds removed. Counted and counted again. Each time I ended up with 427 spot welds! A number I will soon not forget! lol
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Very nice! I have a soft spot for 66 f-100's, that was my first vehicle.
Thanks! I have a yard full of nice rust free trucks if you want to buy one . . . LOL
You could always take this '65 off my hands . . .
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Finally made some progress on this project.
Box floor replacement is nearing completion. Mandrel Bends on order to build the headers..
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After a long lull in working on this truck I was finally able to get it out of storage where its pretty much been since 2009-10
Now in shop where I can pull front clip, build the headers & exhaust
Finish up wiring, fuel and brake lines
Paint box and maybe finally get it on the road. Its been 40yrs since the dream of this truck started.
Sorry for the crappy cell phone pics but was a bit excited to actually see it again.
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Front clip is off and a good start on the header build . . . Not much room to work!
I am fitting stock starter just in case the need ever arises.
I plan on using starter from Doug G
I want to be able to replace starter in just a few minutes so pipes have to go around.
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Good start on the headers! But... "Not much room to work"??? I think you've got it made with all that room ;D
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Haha,
What I meant to say was not much room to clear full size starter and yet
Be able to remove starter without pulling header. And trying to get distance
Before first turn. Not to mention the getting old factor & having to crawl
Under and get back up a zillion times.
It also kinda tight where collector has to go to be able to get much primary
Tube length.
Drivers side is pretty much cake walk.
Again, not comparing to a shock tower car.
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Wow, that's a pretty looking truck, just lovely! And the FE up front will certainly give it the required attitude and period correct vibe. Very nice.
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I've been looking (drooling.. :) ) at your truck, TimeWarp, and now I'm wondering if a rear sump pan will work on my '76. The engine we took out had a front sump, so I figured it had been transplanted from a passenger car (the engine code indicates it originally had a 360 in it). Made a royal mess when I changed the oil, because the oil ran all over the crossmember.
The engine that's going IN my truck came from a '76 4x4 with a rear sump, so I was going to re-use that rear sump pan. Now, I'm wondering if the steering linkage will interfere with the rear sump pan. I can't remember if that old 4x4 had the steering linkage ahead of the crossmember or behind it.
Fortunately, I have an old bare FE block in the garage, from some long ago project, so I think I'll mock it up with a rear sump pan and sit it in there once we get the frame done and get the wheels back on it.
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I am using '77 Spindles and steering on my truck.
From rear of oil pan towards front there is approx 8" of clearance to tie rods.
Same from oil pan rail down to tie rods. 8" of clearance.
So it really depends on how deep the 4x4 pan is and where sump is. Its been a while since I messed with a FE 4x4
I had a super nice original '75 that I did a 416 FE. Great truck. Please ignore the red '32! LOL
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Here is my '77 but was 385 powered. Loved those years and have owned a bunch.
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Engine shot which is FE Related.. R code fairlane in pic so that should count . .
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Couple more of the 416 FE. (without the '32 blocking the view)
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Stop posting and get welding! :)
We want to hear that hot pickup running!
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Stop posting and get welding! :)
We want to hear that hot pickup running!
HaHaHa . .
Too many distractions this week!
Hoping today with phone off the hook and the gate to shop closed I can finally make more progress on the header build.
I have also been searching the many locations parts for the '66 482 truck are located. The 3 moves in 9 months really messed things up not to mention how many times the truck location changed in past 3 years.
I had the '56 Chev friends project to deal with also. He bought it 28yrs ago and had never driven the car until YESTERDAY!
We drove it around the block for the first time. Now for the rest of the month its '66 482 Time.
Plan is to at least get it running this month.
Its also quite difficult for me to crawl under the '66 then get back up the multi zillion times needed to build headers. I wish the hoist would fit inside shop vs having it up on jack stands.
I do need to ask where is a good place to have a custom driveshaft made for the 482 project?
Kinda leaning towards a aluminum shaft.
No other vehicles in shop now with parts scattered everywhere. But its HEADER TIME!
Ok Ok, I know its a chevy but part of the story.
The pic on rotisserie was back in 1998, we started on it in 1997.
Its been taking up my limited space in shop here for over a year. It will go to upholstery next week.
With very limited time I am able to get things done everything takes forever.
'66 Progress starting NOW!
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Wow, that's quite an impressive assortment of really REALLY nice vehicles!! ;)
I gotta' get me one of those rotisseries!!
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Another week goes by and very little progress has been made on the header build.
Getting too old for this anymore, having great difficulty getting under truck then back up again.
At this rate its going to be a while before I will be able to finish them up.
Still hoping I will be able some how some way to finish them. Other wise may just as well dig a ditch and bury the entire truck . . LOL!
(I can at least rent a backhoe for that)
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My first truck was a '66, with a 352 with 211K miles on I when I got it. That 352 would burn about 6 quarts a week, but I LOVED that truck. It was a rust bucket, but it was my rust bucket. It ended up with a .060 390 in it and I ran the crap out of it. I parked it when I got a '67...
Love how you used an engine stand for the door...I also know what you mean about endless body work.
Great looking truck you have there.
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Finally, Made a slight amount of progress on header build.
I have the first step in 1 7/8" done on right side and the left header is all in and tacked together. Just needs final weld.
Very pleased with how it fits.
Now for the much tighter right side which has 2 1/2" less room including transmission and also the starter taking up a lot of space.
crappy cell phone pics . . .
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After 30 tough days I was finally able to get the headers tacked together in place.
That right side was a total booger. A lot of room where it exits the port but after that was very very tight. I had to rotate the collector in order for it to fit.
Engine is offset 2 1/2" to right side for steering box clearance.
Not enough room for 4 pipes to fit between trans and crossmember. Had to go up and over.
I still need to get the cooling lines in there some how.
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Really, really nice job on those headers!
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Really, really nice job on those headers!
Thanks Jay!
Made a bit more progress. Headers pretty much done now just have to add a bit to collectors.
Quite the puzzle but was able to make them with only 2 welds after the 1 7/8-2' step
One pipe may have an extra weld as screwed up a cut . .
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A little photo op since the manifold adaptor from Jay showed last week and I finally dragged my 390 soon to be 416 out of the cobwebs.
A good time to see what the Chromed Mercury valve covers looked like with Jays FE adaptor manifold along with my freshly built headers.
Really really impressed with the quality of the manifold adaptor! Thanks again Jay!
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Very very nice!
Are you going to coat them?
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My hat off for the header work. Way to go! ;D
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Very very nice!
Are you going to coat them?
Could have sworn I answered this question . . . Gettin' Old!
Yes, I do plan on having them coated. I put them in place and was going to build the exhaust system, bought all the components to do that. But, because I did extensive work on the box replacing the box floor with a new one from a F250 Super Duty I decided to drop the box in place for a test fit and also to make sure when I put the exhaust system in it would properly clear the exhaust.
I pre-fit the box only to realize one of the crossmembers was slightly in the way causing box to not go in place . . . At this point I realized age was kicking in something fierce and crawling under the truck taking a measurement crawling back out to make a cut then by the time I got to chop saw I forgot the measurement, only to crawl back under and realizing I left the tape measure on the bench! I crawl out the tape measure is not on bench. Phone rings and I forget what I was doing. Repeat this a million times a day and I got tired of crawling under truck and back out again. By then the brain and body is fried. Stop and repeat for days with nothing done!
SO, its time to re-think this method. In my past two shops I had hoists in them for doing this type work. This shop the ceiling was too low so the hoist was put outside.
It seems its either too hot, too cold, raining and how do I get the truck outside to hoist when it does not run. Then push it back in if I have to leave etc.
Time for a hoist to fit inside even if I have to sit on a chair and weld~fit.
Find a hoist I am interested in a local vendor comes over and said this one will work but its not very heavy duty so lets step it up a notch. Decide on a 9000lb 4 post guy says sure that will fit no problem. We look up length and width. Cool looks like it fits. Look up the numbers for how high it will go, take a few measurements of my '66 trucks to see if in the air with cab about on ceiling I can sit on a chair underneath to work on it. Looks ok!
I order hoist. It shows up and we start to remove it from packaging. All looks good . . UNTIL I stand up one of the posts, look at the door and think it looks too tall.
I know the door is right at 96" and the hoist is 96.5" and that does not include the upper plate and the nut and adjuster cable that sticks up. It also does not include the extra height need for the casters!
Told the guy take it back the only reason I bought it was to be able to push it in and out of shop.
Sorry, No returns!
What do I do chop up the door frame which I had recently done with a engineered beam etc. Fresh stucco on the shop
I put the posts in the chop saw, cut off 5" and now how about the cables that need to be 5" shorter.
Call the hoist guy who delivered it and was going to do assembly he says sure we can get another set of cables for 600.00 to your door!
No way no how will I give 600.00 for cables when it was supposed to fit in the first place.
At this time I was a bit miffed . .
Started to call cable rigging places to see if they would be able to help.
Found a cable place down town phoenix. They said sure come on down will do it while you wait.
Of course a worker takes first cable and without thinking does not allow for the swedge lock on end of cable. Its now 1.5" too short!
Shop foreman gets involved grabs a new length of cable from roll and a new end and tells the guy to fix it!
At this time I am thinking of the 600.00 from another place for set of cables.
I go into office and ask what is final amount and its 3.11 each plus tax. Total to fix the 600.00 cable issue is 13.48 !!
Take cables home and cut up everything else that needs shortening and it all fits perfect, the hoist will now fit in shop!
There, Drama for the week! All that and I have not gotten to the headers and exhaust again.
Of course getting the hoist in the first place had me selling off stuff (like the intake adapter, LOL) My '66 Fire Truck and a bit more. (also enough $$ so I could order wheels for the 427 Truck)
Box floor job nearly done. Of course just as I had laid out plastic to catch some of the fresh glass beads I was using for blasting edges etc a hoist hose blew and sprayed oil everywhere. Long hose another 200.00 down the tubes.
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Yeah, Its the black crossmember I left in for support as the floor is 1/2 the thickness of original. It touches slightly keeping the box too close to the cab.
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For cooling I am using a desert cooler radiator from a mid to late 460 powered F150. I had to fab up some brackets to get it in proper position.
I was able to get in touch with a cooling system engineer (because of what it was going in- thanks SEMA) with help in proper location of fan to shroud and distance from radiator. I gave the engineer the dimensions of what I had and he came up with proper part numbers of what would work. It all fits in there nicely. Lets hope it gives proper cooling! He gave me a few pointers on best distances from rad etc. A quick and easy learning curve. When the distance of fan from radiator is wrong it messes everything up.
(using a thermal type fan clutch)
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I started this project back in 2008, at this point hoping to make more progress soon.
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This is the wheel I would like to use.
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New 4 post.
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Taking a break from the 427 truck for a bit and taking some time to get cab mounted on chassis for the EcoBoost Project
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Man do your experiences sound like mine.
To many (is there really such a thing?..... Jay ;D) projects and not enough room.
Your crawling in and out from under the truck story is all to familiar.
Really neat projects though. Enjoy reading and thinking about them.
Those cut down posts would do Ok in my garage. Food for thought.
I'm not getting any younger either.
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Man do your experiences sound like mine.
To many (is there really such a thing?..... Jay ;D) projects and not enough room.
Your crawling in and out from under the truck story is all to familiar.
Really neat projects though. Enjoy reading and thinking about them.
Those cut down posts would do Ok in my garage. Food for thought.
I'm not getting any younger either.
Made the front Page of BangShift
http://bangshift.com/general-news/car-features/ford-car-features/bangshift-project-files-one-two-ford-truck-projects-427-one-ecoboost-swap/
http://www.bangshift.com/forum/forum/bangshift/project-cars-update/964209-1966-f-100-ecoboost-1966-f-100-427-side-oiler
A bit more detailed link
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=147380
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One of the comments from Bangshift: "Wow this dude makes me feel lazy!"
A yup! ;)
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One of the comments from Bangshift: "Wow this dude makes me feel lazy!"
A yup! ;)
Found the Bangshift article yesterday before I went to bed. I agree! ;D
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Happy to report my 1966 427 F-100 project truck has been
Moved from storage into shop. Over 3 more yrs has
Flown by since I worked on it last. That's when I built
The headers. Sitting not been cleaned up since
2009.
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Typing from cell phone & it only allows 1 pic at a time.
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Moved 427 Project to main shop months ago and finally got back on it a couple weeks ago! It will be 18yrs since I drove it last on Feb 1st.
In order to finish this project I sold one of my 1966 Ecoboost trucks (still 2 left)
I opened a absolute can of worms trying to make a few changes.
1) I was dead set on using the wheels back in post #55
2) I wanted bigger brakes. the 73-79 disc upgrade was just not going to cut it
3) More specific Baer 14" Pro 6 Piston @ all for corners (3600lbs and a blip of throttle needs to be able to slow down/stop)
4) Always wanted to use a GV OD on that CJ-C6
5) At the time I built rear diff did not have the $ to add a 31 spline. Just added a posi to stock 28 Upgraded to nodular case, daytona retainer 31 Spline
6) 4340 Chromemoly 31 spline axle upgrade.
7) Can O Worms starts here. Large brakes a minimum of 18" wheel is needed
8) 18" wheels (post 55) could not be made in 5 x 5 1/2" bolt pattern
9) Switch to 5 x 4 1/2" bolt pattern meant custom Hubs for the large brakes/custom axles for rear
10) The dropped 3" front I beams had to go to allow for proper wheel fitment as the dropped tie rod piece would not clear for proper offset on 8" wheel
So, I pretty much started over on suspension, brakes, axles, diff and added the GV OD.
Tires are Continental Extreme Contact Sport 285/40ZR18 rear and 245/45ZR18 Front
Wheels a Schott one off to look like Halibrands . . (its only wheel I really liked to go with rest of truck)
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One of my last posts I showed the original box with a late model F250 Floor. I think it turned out quite well but the newer floor was just too different.
Since there is so much NOS stuff on this truck and goal was to make it look like when it was new less the engine and tire wheel upgrade I ended up buying a short bed truck with a mint box and just start all over. I can use original box for a trailer or another project. These short boxes in nice shape are getting quite hard to find.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v513/CalypsoCoralBoss302/1966%20F100%20482/Paint%20Box%20Tailgate/001.jpg)
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Here is what it looks like now as it was pushed into side shop to go up on 4 post hoist for the chassis and suspension work.
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Brakes
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Your gonna' love those Baer brakes. Have the Baer 13.2" fronts on my '70 Mach 1 that did require in back in 1994 16" wheels (wish I had gotten 17" wheels then as 16" today have quite limited high speed rated tires!).
Anyway, although I believe you, it's hard to imagine in today's world you could not get an 18" wheel in the 5 x 5 1/2" pattern. I wonder why not?
Btw. love your build plan and how your doing the truck. Nice work!
2) I wanted bigger brakes. the 73-79 disc upgrade was just not going to cut it
3) More specific Baer 14" Pro 6 Piston @ all for corners (3600lbs and a blip of throttle needs to be able to slow down/stop)
7) Can O Worms starts here. Large brakes a minimum of 18" wheel is needed
8) 18" wheels (post 55) could not be made in 5 x 5 1/2" bolt pattern
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Your gonna' love those Baer brakes. Have the Baer 13.2" fronts on my '70 Mach 1 that did require in back in 1994 16" wheels (wish I had gotten 17" wheels then as 16" today have quite limited high speed rated tires!).
Anyway, although I believe you, it's hard to imagine in today's world you could not get an 18" wheel in the 5 x 5 1/2" pattern. I wonder why not?
Btw. love your build plan and how your doing the truck. Nice work!
2) I wanted bigger brakes. the 73-79 disc upgrade was just not going to cut it
3) More specific Baer 14" Pro 6 Piston @ all for corners (3600lbs and a blip of throttle needs to be able to slow down/stop)
7) Can O Worms starts here. Large brakes a minimum of 18" wheel is needed
8) 18" wheels (post 55) could not be made in 5 x 5 1/2" bolt pattern
Thanks! Been a dream truck for over 40 yrs. 427 S.O. 8v in a Orange 1966 F-100.
It was the ‘66 F100 dad bought new that made me love these trucks as a pretty young kid.
1966 Mercury Cyclone and a 1934 Ford Vicky were 2 other favorites.
The specific wheel I want is not available with 5 x 5 1/2 bolt pattern!
That’s why I said wheel in post #55. Is also posted wheel pic above.
There are no exposed lug nuts. Makes it look much cleaner.
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Finally finished up the headers and the 304 Stainless Exhaust. Headers go for Ceramic Coating on monday. Hoping to have them back by friday.
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Short YouTube Vid of exhaust system in 1080HD
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npZDMwMClTc
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Love the Custom Wheels I had made! Wanted the Halibrand look but because of the 14" 6 piston Brakes I had to go to a minimum of a 18" wheel.
The final result is:
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How many have gone the FiTech dual quad EFI route? Ordered a setup for this truck. Hope it works!
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Picked up the FiTech Dual Quad setup vs the 750 Quick Fuel Carbs
Using the 1000HP pump from Doug that will feed the reservoir with the EFI high pressure pump. Also doing a return system to help keep the fuel temps at bay.
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Finished welding up the step headers and had them ceramic coated
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Tire Wheel combo ready to bolt on!
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Jeez those wheels are badass.
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Looking good
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Looking good
Thanks Heo!
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These are covers I will be using.
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Headers n exhaust now done and installed
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Back on all four wheels, Finally! Drivetrain n brakes pretty much done just a few more brake lines to make. Then its off to installing the EFI and getting it to fire for first time.
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I disagree with Heo, it's looking freakin awesome!! :)
Where did you get the chrome work done on those valve covers? Looks like they did a really nice job.
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Ok I'm officially lusting.
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I disagree with Heo, it's looking freakin awesome!! :)
Where did you get the chrome work done on those valve covers? Looks like they did a really nice job.
Thanks! slow going but making progress. Gettin old ain't for sissies . .
Advanced plating in Nashville at a tune of 550.00 but I wanted the best chrome I could get. I have another pair that were supposed to be nice chrome but there is a night and day difference.
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Ok I'm officially lusting.
HA! Lots of work for a one man band trying to do everything vs farming it out. Saves $$ but the time it takes, oh my. A few hours here a few hours there.
I tore truck apart back in 08 so its been a long journey.
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A journey worth the travel....Nicely done.
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Another step closer.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v513/CalypsoCoralBoss302/1966%20F100%20482/Engine/DBB18AA6-0642-4641-9DEF-A6D32420D883.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/CalypsoCoralBoss302/media/1966%20F100%20482/Engine/DBB18AA6-0642-4641-9DEF-A6D32420D883.jpg.html)
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That's nice!
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That's nice!
Mr. Conley has again set the bar.
Extremely beautiful build.
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That's nice!
FUNNY!
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427 Truck makes bangshift once again! I stop by for my daily "fix" and was surprised to see it this morning.
https://bangshift.com/general-news/project-cars/bangshift-project-files-we-check-in-on-a-1966-ford-f-100-packing-a-427-side-oiler/
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Finally got truck moved into main shop where I can actually get at it. Not so cramped! Hoping to get back on it in morning . .
Any guesses to weight the way it sits? Also front rear bias. What will it weigh when done?
Goal was 3650 done but dont think I will get it that light. Would have needed Aluminum block and who knows what else.
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My Boss 9 460 block 572 is being assembled as of last week. I have only one more item to order and that is the TD rockers. I'm going with the Boss 4500 Intake and a 4500 single dominator carb, 1050. https://i.imgur.com/g1YQTCz.jpg Btw, the car is a 1966 mercury comet cyclone and it is in paint. I chose the Ford color Ruby Red Metallic.
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My Boss 9 460 block 572 is being assembled as of last week. I have only one more item to order and that is the TD rockers. I'm going with the Boss 4500 Intake and a 4500 single dominator carb, 1050. https://i.imgur.com/g1YQTCz.jpg Btw, the car is a 1966 mercury comet cyclone and it is in paint. I chose the Ford color Ruby Red Metallic.
Cool! 1966 Cyclone my all time favorite looking car. How about pics?
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My last one. Owned it 16 yrs but had to give it up when I
Moved. 700hp pump gas BBF back in 1992. Sold car in 2004
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v513/CalypsoCoralBoss302/1966_511%20Cyclone/66Cyclone020_zps886bfc2a.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/CalypsoCoralBoss302/media/1966_511%20Cyclone/66Cyclone020_zps886bfc2a.jpg.html)
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Like I said the car is getting sanded for paint. I would like you advice on a couple of things. The following is a picture of the mustang 2 front end. How can I beef up the front of the frame for this motor? https://i.imgur.com/zArLs2s.jpg
Secondly, what kind of rear system would you recommend to get traction? Four link, 3 link, cal tracs etc. I definitely need to beef it up as well. I will also be installing a cage which should help. Thank You! I do have this pic of the car.
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Like I said the car is getting sanded for paint. I would like you advice on a couple of things. The following is a picture of the mustang 2 front end. How can I beef up the front of the frame for this motor? https://i.imgur.com/zArLs2s.jpg
Secondly, what kind of rear system would you recommend to get traction? Four link, 3 link, cal tracs etc. I definitely need to beef it up as well. I will also be installing a cage which should help. Thank You! I do have this pic of the car.
Very cool! With the upper apron supports, crossmember etc it should be pretty good as is. You could always add some 1 1/2” or so DOM tubing from firewall forward but don’t really think it’s needed. What’s intended use? You could also add a support bar in Engine bay across shock towers or from firewall area to shock towers to help stiffen it up.
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Truck as it sits is 3239 lbs! Guesstimate need to add
500lb to complete.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v513/CalypsoCoralBoss302/Vehicle%20weights/E3759F8F-AF1F-4D6E-8064-DF99CBE95CEC.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/CalypsoCoralBoss302/media/Vehicle%20weights/E3759F8F-AF1F-4D6E-8064-DF99CBE95CEC.jpg.html)
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Finally in a spot where I have room to work in it.
now trying to find proper spot for the Reservoir/pump for the fuel system and exactly how to run wires, best place to mount ignition box etc.
Hoping to have it fired for very first time within 2 weeks time.
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First time I've seen one of those water controlled vacuum advance units. How exactly does that work, and how do you keep the water in there? 8)
That's cool you made Bangshift. The truck certainly deserves some coverage!
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First time I've seen one of those water controlled vacuum advance units. How exactly does that work, and how do you keep the water in there? 8)
That's cool you made Bangshift. The truck certainly deserves some coverage!
Its actually a vacuum controlled oil pressure control unit operated by the pcm to keep the perfect Oil Pressure at any rpm. It plugs in in place of distributor. Its ran wireless back to the timing control unit that sits under dash. Therefor I have perfect oil pressure and perfect timing at any given RPM.
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Aah Doug ;D
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Truck finally going back together!
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Little more progress. Fuel system nearly done.
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8)Looking good
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Looks great! Nice pic quality too!
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Looks great! Nice pic quality too!
Thanks! Finally got it running late saturday evening . . Next up is the first test drive . .
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Hi, It is to nice to drive, but all that work and time is worth it, brake it in then give it the Onion, a master piece. Leny Mason
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Hi, It is to nice to drive, but all that work and time is worth it, brake it in then give it the Onion, a master piece. Leny Mason
Thanks Leny!
Goal was to make entire truck appear new. A 40+ year dream. When I was 8 yrs old my dad bought a new 1966 F100. I told him when I am big I am going to buy a NEW 1966 F100. Didnt realize at that age if I wanted one would have to build it myself. 1978 My first real 427 Car. It was then I told myself someday will have that "NEW" 1966 F100 with a dual quad 427. Little did I know it would take 40+ years to get there.
I entered a short 39 word story into a Contest with 14,000 entires. Yep I won contest. I will be getting a new GoPro and a bunch of other stuff. No excuses why no video of truck when completed. And that first test drive of course!
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Nice work Timewarp.
I’m really interested to see how your 2x4 FITech runs. I would love to do something like that some day.
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Nice work Timewarp.
I’m really interested to see how your 2x4 FITech runs. I would love to do something like that some day.
First idle 10 seconds first startup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4uESPCdk04
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1st startup
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXsDeROuLjk
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Very close to first test drive
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Nearly ready for that first test drive.
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Excellent sounds great, and I’m sure in 66 it wasn’t this nice off the showroom floor!!!
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Excellent sounds great, and I’m sure in 66 it wasn’t this nice off the showroom floor!!!
Thanks!
Not sure why the pics did not show. Will have to try links the old fashioned way
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No headers dragging on the ground here!
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I like how the air cleaner tucks in neatly under the cowl. No butchering required. And the factory hose clamps make it look "right" too. Pretty darned sweet F100!
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Beautiful job on that truck!
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that thing is a work of art to me , did you keep up with the time or where you scared to ? I would like to know how the gear vendors work out .
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VERY NICE!! I like that you retained the twin I-beam front suspension too.
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I like how the air cleaner tucks in neatly under the cowl. No butchering required. And the factory hose clamps make it look "right" too. Pretty darned sweet F100!
Goal was to bring it back to new with proper 427
But with Overdrive, Big Brakes (which forced big wheels)
Wheels were as retro as I could get.
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Beautiful job on that truck!
thanks Jay! Trying my best. With the $
I could come up with.
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that thing is a work of art to me , did you keep up with the time or where you scared to ? I would like to know how the gear vendors work out .
It’s 2500 hours ish right now.
I started to add up the $$ and at just the 22
Most expensive items it’s quite surprising so I quit counting.
18 1/2 yrs of spending $$$ a few here a bunch there.
Today was going to be first drive day but ended
Up with a horrible tooth ache.
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VERY NICE!! I like that you retained the twin I-beam front suspension too.
Yep, a very large % of these trucks are getting
The CV or other swap fronts. Too nice of a truck to start cutting up.
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VERY NICE!! I like that you retained the twin I-beam front suspension too.
Yep, a very large % of these trucks are getting
The CV or other swap fronts.
Dad and I discussed doing a Crown Vic clip for our 62'. They just seem to suck the coolness out of the truck. No doubt it would make for a nice ride though. But not any better than twin I beams with factory rubbers.
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even with money and time spent , you will get a lot more thumbs up than a new F-150 for say 60,000 dollars.
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hope you get over the tooth pain .
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How is the Fitech working out. Was wondering if there was a lot of adjusting that goes along
With it. Hope you feel better so you can drive it
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Man that thing just keeps looking better and better. Beautiful!!
What is that power steering pump bracket off of? I don't recall seeing a cast bracket used with that style of pump before. And that air cleaner lid looks like you can just BARELY get it off and on. It's cool that it fits though; it just wouldn't look the same without it.
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How is the Fitech working out. Was wondering if there was a lot of adjusting that goes along
With it. Hope you feel better so you can drive it
Finally got to run it long enough today up to operating temp for first time. All settings @ default except for basic info like cubic inch and what I wanted idle to be. All settles down to a great idle although a bit high as did not know what it would like. 900 in vid I will post at bottom.
Now I can start to adjust a few of the settings but overall up to this point was awesome especially for the dual quad system with a 233/236 solid roller cam.
Will update as I learn how to tune as this is a first for me.
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Man that thing just keeps looking better and better. Beautiful!!
What is that power steering pump bracket off of? I don't recall seeing a cast bracket used with that style of pump before. And that air cleaner lid looks like you can just BARELY get it off and on. It's cool that it fits though; it just wouldn't look the same without it.
P/S bracket is a stock 352 Truck. The air cleaner is a bit tight but looks great that way. Only way to install or remove is top then filter then bottom. Will not come out any other way. Prob a finger width between air cleaner and cowl. Very close to firewall too. Looks like it belongs there! HA
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Updated Video: Ran it to operating temp and also tried out my first auto trans rebuild to make sure it worked before that first test drive. Would most likely have taken the first test drive but with temps well over 100 deg it takes forever for shop to cool back down. Maybe friday or saturday morning early.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-nC1B3WxMM
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWumZOTUZsk
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I love the sound of that! What mufflers did you use? On my Galaxie I'll be running an x-pipe as well. Not for performance, I just think they sound better.
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I love the sound of that! What mufflers did you use? On my Galaxie I'll be running an x-pipe as well. Not for performance, I just think they sound better.
DynoMax Ultra Flo Stainless in 3”
Longer of 2 versions.
I am running a “H” pipe as think it has better sound
Than a X. Also much better fitment.
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Oh, sorry, I just went back and looked. You've got an H pipe on there.....I could have swore I saw that it had an X pipe.
The X pipe seems to make a more hollow(?) sound. Not entirely sure how to describe it, but I've always liked it.
I'm going to try out those mufflers. Really like it.
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Bit more progress
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Pictures speaks quality :o its spotless
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Your truck is amazing great job!
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Pictures speaks quality :o its spotless
Thanks!
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Your truck is amazing great job!
Thanks!
A bit more progress today.
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Bit more progress. Underhood about 99% done.
Now to get on painting top side of hood, box & tailgate.
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What paint did you use on the black in engine compartment?
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What paint did you use on the black in engine compartment?
PPG concept urethane with 20% flattening agent
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Thanks
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Seriously - That 427 truck and your Ecoboost truck need to be in Ford's booth at SEMA. Those builds are more than worthy ;D ;D
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Seriously - That 427 truck and your Ecoboost truck need to be in Ford's booth at SEMA. Those builds are more than worthy ;D ;D
Thanks!
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Few pics with hood off for better lighting. Still with cell phone so not super high quality pics but show stuff pretty well.
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All glass in, trim on.
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VERY NICE JOB. I LOVE TO SEE THE 66 GETTING SO MUCH ATTENTION NOW WITH AFTER MARKET PARTS. MY FIRST TRUCK WAS A 66 F100 CUSTOM CAB. I WAS 14 GOING ON 15 WHEN WE BOUGHT IT. THERE WERE NO FLOOR PANS THE SEAT WAS BOLTED TO A 2X4 BOLTED TO THE FRAME, BRAKES DIDN'T WORK , AND THE TRUCK WAS BEATEN UP PRETTY BAD. THE DRIVER DOOR HAD BEEN PEPPERED BY BIRD SHOT AT ONE TIME AND THE GUY USED TO GET FIREWOOD AND HAD ALL KINDS OF DENTS AND CREASES IN THE BODY. IN THE LATE 80'S MY ONLY OPTIONS WERE JUNK YARDS AND HOPEFULLY FINDING A VENDOR IN THE HEMMINGS BOOK. ANY WAY IT WAS PAINTED RANGOON RED AND WHITE SIMILAR TO YOURS. I DID THE BODY WORK AND MECAHNICAL WORK TO IT OVER A FEW SUMMERS AND DROVE IT IN PRIMER TO SCHOOL. I STILL HAVE THE TRUCK AND DRIVE IT WHEN I CAN. ONE DAY I HOPE TO RE-DO THE BODY AND PAINT THE WAY YOU HAVE. YOU HAVE A DONE AN EXCELLENT JOB AND GIVES SOME HOPE THAT I MIGHT GET TO FINISH MY 66 ONE DAY. LOOKS GOOD KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
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VERY NICE JOB. I LOVE TO SEE THE 66 GETTING SO MUCH ATTENTION NOW WITH AFTER MARKET PARTS. MY FIRST TRUCK WAS A 66 F100 CUSTOM CAB. I WAS 14 GOING ON 15 WHEN WE BOUGHT IT. THERE WERE NO FLOOR PANS THE SEAT WAS BOLTED TO A 2X4 BOLTED TO THE FRAME, BRAKES DIDN'T WORK , AND THE TRUCK WAS BEATEN UP PRETTY BAD. THE DRIVER DOOR HAD BEEN PEPPERED BY BIRD SHOT AT ONE TIME AND THE GUY USED TO GET FIREWOOD AND HAD ALL KINDS OF DENTS AND CREASES IN THE BODY. IN THE LATE 80'S MY ONLY OPTIONS WERE JUNK YARDS AND HOPEFULLY FINDING A VENDOR IN THE HEMMINGS BOOK. ANY WAY IT WAS PAINTED RANGOON RED AND WHITE SIMILAR TO YOURS. I DID THE BODY WORK AND MECAHNICAL WORK TO IT OVER A FEW SUMMERS AND DROVE IT IN PRIMER TO SCHOOL. I STILL HAVE THE TRUCK AND DRIVE IT WHEN I CAN. ONE DAY I HOPE TO RE-DO THE BODY AND PAINT THE WAY YOU HAVE. YOU HAVE A DONE AN EXCELLENT JOB AND GIVES SOME HOPE THAT I MIGHT GET TO FINISH MY 66 ONE DAY. LOOKS GOOD KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
Thanks!
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Walk around video update:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3v3l9-5Nmw
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Love the 66! A true work of art.
I may have missed what you're using for front suspension. Retaining the twin I-beam setup?
I have a 66 F250 C/S that I tow my race trailer with. I added a 67 power steering setup. The steering seems to need more caster to be a little less twitchy. Alignment shop reported that the truck has around one degree caster currently, but said they were unable to adjust it. Suggestions?
Thanks!
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Love the 66! A true work of art.
I may have missed what you're using for front suspension. Retaining the twin I-beam setup?
I have a 66 F250 C/S that I tow my race trailer with. I added a 67 power steering setup. The steering seems to need more caster to be a little less twitchy. Alignment shop reported that the truck has around one degree caster currently, but said they were unable to adjust it. Suggestions?
Thanks!
Thanks! Yes I did retain the stock I beams. I added 14" Baer 6p brakes on all four corners & it does have power brakes although need to add a vacuum pump as only 8" vacuum. There is a local shop here that says they can put more caster into it. I do have my own alignment stuff along with turn plates. I will check to see where its at for caster I may be able to find a way to change it on my own. If its only 1 deg I prob would not dare to go WOT for long and most likely not even a 1/4 mile. I have seriously thought about making my own I Beams.
I also have a 1966 F250 C/S Ranger. It has a Prototype 3.5 EcoBoost along with 6R80 Automatic.
These two trucks are competing trucks for dyno, 1/4 mile etc and should be quite close although I think the 3.5 will put down more power to tire over the 482. 1/4 Mi probably too close to call as the 482 Truck is expected to be lighter.
On my 1966 F250 C/S I used 1975 I-Beams as they have 2-3 deg more caster built in as do all 1975-79 Beams
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On my 1966 F250 C/S I used 1975 I-Beams as they have 2-3 deg more caster built in as do all 1975-79 Beams
That's interesting...may be the solution to my caster issue. I'll keep my eyes open for a salvage 75-79 2wd truck. Would sure reduce the white knuckles when I'm towing around semi trucks!
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On my 1966 F250 C/S I used 1975 I-Beams as they have 2-3 deg more caster built in as do all 1975-79 Beams
That's interesting...may be the solution to my caster issue. I'll keep my eyes open for a salvage 75-79 2wd truck. Would sure reduce the white knuckles when I'm towing around semi trucks!
Ride height also drastically effects caster. Lower ya go the more + Caster you get.
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Stunningly beautiful truck.. I consider 66s the best of breed for that series.. Beautiful dash compared to previous years...Those wheels are killer.. What are they?
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Stunningly beautiful truck.. I consider 66s the best of breed for that series.. Beautiful dash compared to previous years...Those wheels are killer.. What are they?
Thanks Royce!
Wheels are custom made by Schott
Because of 14” Brakes 18” wheel minimum
18 x 8 front
18 x 10 rear
I wanted something that kinda had the Halibrand look.
Very similar to 1966 Miura also.
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New video
https://youtu.be/fS7PQRLvu_A
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Few pics where its at today. Another short drive . .
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Ain't it great to be able to start it up and drive it around a bit??
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So how much work is left? Is the bed 100% complete?
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I just checked out Schott's website on those wheels.... WOAH! I have restorations that cost less than those wheels LOL.
Congrats for stepping up to get something nice!
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Ain't it great to be able to start it up and drive it around a bit??
Yes! Especially since it’s been dream for over 40 yrs.
had not driven it in 18 1/2 yrs.
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So how much work is left? Is the bed 100% complete?
Bed is 100% bare Metal right now. Hoping to have it painted and
On truck within 45 days. “Hoping”.
Still need to re-upholster bucket seats but rest of truck close.
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I just checked out Schott's website on those wheels.... WOAH! I have restorations that cost less than those wheels LOL.
Congrats for stepping up to get something nice!
It was only Wheel I thought would fit what I wanted
Overall truck to look like when done.
9 yrs ago decided that’s Wheel I wanted.
Talk about sticker shock the day I went to order to
Find out the new price had gone up 50%!
It was like buying FE parts!
I sold one of my 1966 EcoBoost Trucks to be able to buy the wheels.
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I just checked out Schott's website on those wheels.... WOAH! I have restorations that cost less than those wheels LOL.
Congrats for stepping up to get something nice!
Another sticker shock were the 14” 6p brake system.
Brakes
Tire wheel
GV OD.
Dual Quad EFI
Just those 4 items cost more than total amount I thought I
Could restore entire truck for.
And as you said more than any total for my other restoration s
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Hi, how is the EFI working out it looks great, so we have to wait 45 days now, you will have one of the biggest smiles of your life then Cool. Leny Mason
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Hi, how is the EFI working out it looks great, so we have to wait 45 days now, you will have one of the biggest smiles of your life then Cool. Leny Mason
Hi Leny!
Have not driven it further than just on my own property.
Been busy trying to get box and tailgate painted.
Trying to get it done for next weekend GoodGuys.
Hoping to finish paint on box this evening then Monday a friend supposed to stop
By to help me drop it on.
Still have a ton to do so not sure if I will make it. Simply running out of time!
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Box painted. For some reason it does not like photos taken with my phone so here is video instead.
https://youtu.be/Y28sb0pHT4c
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WOW!!!
Very, very nice.
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WOW!!!
Very, very nice.
Thanks!
A bit more progress. The box and tailgate now painted along with hood! Only a few more days left until GoodGuys. Still so much to do!
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What a beauty Im envious on your yard to be abel to have
stuff outside without have to dig in the snow to find it ;D
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What a beauty Im envious on your yard to be abel to have
stuff outside without have to dig in the snow to find it ;D
Thanks!
Temps have been mid 70's during day and quite low humidity
Now have the bucket seats re-done. It was a all day job yesterday not including blasting and painting frames which I did earlier in week.
Trying to make it all look NEW not so easy . .
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Undercarriage pretty much done! Just have E-Brake cables to make.
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First test drive today! Runs n drives fantastic!
5 min YouTube Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SunGDCYUoME
Having difficulty uploading photo's
Site seems very slow last few days.
Happy THanksgiving to All!
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8) 8)Fantastic, The wife realy liked it to.
You dont have much lawn to mowe :D
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8) 8)Fantastic, The wife realy liked it to.
You dont have much lawn to mowe :D
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Wow really nice you should be proud of yourself. Sounds great. I’m already posting and can’t go back right now but mustang seats.?
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Wow really nice you should be proud of yourself. Sounds great. I’m already posting and can’t go back right now but mustang seats.?
Thanks! Yes, Ford used Mustang buckets in the 1964-66 Trucks. 1964 they called it a Sport. 1965-66 It was a Ranger option. Done on custom cabs only The Ranger package was just that Bucket Seats. A console (1965 Falcon) was also a added option to the Ranger Package. I do own both a F100 Ranger (My daily driver) and a F250 Ranger (575 hp 3.5 EcoBoost) but this truck was not originally a Factory Ranger. Just turned it into one as had all the pieces. (A special bracket was used for use with the Mustang Seats in the trucks)
Later years they had Ranger Package too but could be bench or bucket.
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That looks fantastic. Very well done indeed!
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Just a super sweet job on a super sweet truck! One of the few times we actually get to see a "project" through to completion. Thanks for the 'ride along'! Now it's time to enjoy it. :)
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Just fantastic. The look, the sound, the details - everything. It doesn't get any better than that.
The only problem with something so nice is that you can see a mosquito turd on the paint from ten feet ;D
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That looks fantastic. Very well done indeed!
Thanks Much! still a way to go before the finish line but making progress!
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Just a super sweet job on a super sweet truck! One of the few times we actually get to see a "project" through to completion. Thanks for the 'ride along'! Now it's time to enjoy it. :)
Thanks! I have been one of those who has started many projects but never finished. Going on 19yrs since I bought it to "restore" 427 Dual Quad Power. 40+ yrs since I knew what I wanted. So many times with this project when I thought I saw the light at end of tunnel only to find it was yet another train . .
Sure hoping progress is being made with no "issues" . It would not be fun to have to pull engine or transmission (My first Auto Trans Rebuild)
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Just fantastic. The look, the sound, the details - everything. It doesn't get any better than that.
The only problem with something so nice is that you can see a mosquito turd on the paint from ten feet ;D
Thanks a bunch! I got quite the chuckle from the mosquito turd comment as how true it is! But, I built it to DRIVE still not sure how much yet. Reason for the taller gear and the GV OD. Will find out soon enough how things go. Hoping by end of day today I can actually take it on a longer than 2 mile trip. Nice 25 mile loop is usually the next one. Getting close!
Engine bay pretty much done, Interior close needs door panel trim polished and installed, Still gotta wire up the GV switches inside cab, Needs brake and turn signal lights.
Most of exterior trim now on. Still need antenna, LR Tail Bezel and Passenger door lock plus wipers.
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New YouTube video up!
Full walkaround, inside, underhood with sound. Engine runs fantastic straight off the engine stand.
Time for a bit of final tuning on the EFI
Any guesstimates on chassis dyno numbers? Making bucket loads of torque
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPX1DeDw7_I
Final weight is 3831 lbs as shown here.
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Fantastic looking truck. Time to put some miles on it, right?
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Fantastic looking truck. Time to put some miles on it, right?
Around 240 miles so far!
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Wrong forum
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This project nearing completion. Antenna, washer hoses and a few pieces on interior left.
Big award @ GoodGuys a couple weekends ago. Ford Truck Pick out of hundreds of ford trucks
video from today
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzBUxWvnHzU
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For the life of me, I can't imagine what a person could do to make a more perfect 66 slick.
Well. Done. Sir.
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I agree great job.
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Sweetest F100 ever!
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I’ll add my kudos also.
Well deserved praise.
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Thanks to all for the comments!
1200 miles so far
Getting the EFI dialed in but no way no how would I ever
Use FiTech again. (FiTech customer service not the unit itself although fuel pump quit) Still not running like I think it should.
The new solid roller cam installed also.
Less power under 4000 rpm more over.
Runs very close to original cam with just a touch more vacuum
Still messing with tuning so only went over 4000 1 time
Started to feel pretty good then but not a bunch different from other cam.
Will give it equal miles to learn. Current tank of fuel
Easy driving around 10mpg.mostly freeway 65 mph around 2500 rpm. Will need to fill for exact number.
Converter likes the new cam better. Less rpm at cruise.
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185-187 psi cranking compression with current cam.
Leak down 6%
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I sent you a PM, but I would not blame the FITech too much yet and recommend you don't just let it learn, it won't get there, none of them do. BTW, if you are on Facebook, there is an FITech page that you will likely get more help, but beware, skill levels and opinions are all over the place
I think you may need to get the timing in a better place in two scenarios, first is the initial/total at WOT, that's the easy part, especially if it has an option to retard during cranking. If it does, I'd have that engine at 22 initial at idle, 36 or so total, and all in by about 3000. If it doesn't have a built in retard for crank, then less initial.
The next part is where you get your mileage. The system should allow you to adjust timing based on vacuum, and if you can get 45+ degrees total at low load (cruise vacuum), your mileage will continue to pick up.
In the old posts, the guys poked at your intake. I am not judging your build at all, I'd run that intake in a heartbeat, in fact my 461 inch 4x4 is getting a ported EFI Victor, but at low RPM, even with less cam, there is going to be some mixture dilution from overlap and potentially fuel falling out of suspension. That is countered by more advance, especially at higher vacuum cruise
I'd also drop the idle down quite a bit. After all of that, need to make sure you have throttle plates set right for the IAC position and reset the TPS limits. In fact, any time you adjust any screw on a throttle body, remember to relearn TPS, it's how the ECM knows what your foot is doing
Additionally, make sure that the WOT and cruise AFRs are set right. I generally like low 13's at low vacuum, but you can let it climb at high vacuum, up neat 14.5 even, especially if the timing is advanced at low load.
In the end, it doesn't have an OD or lock up converter like your 6 cyl rocket, both drive the mileage up too, but I am confident that that engine has much more if you dig into it a little.
In fact, my hunch is that new cam, if anything, should have gained tire smoking power down low, a lot in fact, so I would have to guess there are some setup parameters the engine doesn't like. TPS setting, initial timing, rate, something.
Let me wrap it up that as others said, it's beautiful, I wish you were closer to Nebraska, I'd love to spend a Saturday dialing it in.
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I'm with Ross. A session of EFI tuning would most likely be the perfect bow for that beautiful package!
Part-throttle stuff is hard to get right. Self-learning algorithms just don't seem to get there on higher power packages. An optimal tune will turn mushy into snappy, with better mpg as a bonus.
As I've said before, that thing is jaw-droppingly gorgeous 8) 8)
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I sent you a PM, but I would not blame the FITech too much yet and recommend you don't just let it learn, it won't get there, none of them do. BTW, if you are on Facebook, there is an FITech page that you will likely get more help, but beware, skill levels and opinions are all over the place
Thanks for reply! Just checked did not get a PM. Last one was back on December 5th. I am not blaming the FiTech Unit its FiTech customer service. I stopped by the FiTech booth at GoodGuys a few weeks back and they said with the current handheld & software I would NEVER get it to run right. They went off and listed a dozen reasons why in many instances the software simply does not know what to do. I have been trying to get the new Handheld and software since. Last Monday they told me it was sent out. I waited until Thursday then sent them a message asking for a Tracking number. Yesterday morning they told me they did not have a handheld to send to me! Nothing but lip service from them. I do not have facebook but do have instagram
I think you may need to get the timing in a better place in two scenarios, first is the initial/total at WOT, that's the easy part, especially if it has an option to retard during cranking. If it does, I'd have that engine at 22 initial at idle, 36 or so total, and all in by about 3000. If it doesn't have a built in retard for crank, then less initial.
Biggest issue here is "Time" of being able to work on truck. Its been 11 yrs to get to this point. Also another biggie is a place for "testing" being kitty corner from a very large police station and having a Sheriff station a couple miles away I simply cannot drive one mile without seeing 1-3 cops. There was a Excellent testing road a couple years ago but now there are HUGE housing developments and a large preserve, park with hiking and biking, horses. I drive in area and as long as I stay close to 45 mph speed limit am good.
The next part is where you get your mileage. The system should allow you to adjust timing based on vacuum, and if you can get 45+ degrees total at low load (cruise vacuum), your mileage will continue to pick up. Although many months have passed since I have gotten it running driving I have been spending time as allowed to actually finish truck. Its still not done but close. But now its finally time to get it more dialed in
In the old posts, the guys poked at your intake. I am not judging your build at all, I'd run that intake in a heartbeat, in fact my 461 inch 4x4 is getting a ported EFI Victor, but at low RPM, even with less cam, there is going to be some mixture dilution from overlap and potentially fuel falling out of suspension. That is countered by more advance, especially at higher vacuum cruise Intake is staying so what ever is the best I can get it to run with this intake I will have to live with it. I think its doing a much better job than some think.
I'd also drop the idle down quite a bit. After all of that, need to make sure you have throttle plates set right for the IAC position and reset the TPS limits. In fact, any time you adjust any screw on a throttle body, remember to relearn TPS, it's how the ECM knows what your foot is doing In the video everything had been reset and on default except for idle adjustment which was set to 850 it takes a bit to allow idle to drop engine not quite warmed up so idle was around 1100. I now need to go back thru all setup procedures and basically start over with settings/adjustments.
Additionally, make sure that the WOT and cruise AFRs are set right. I generally like low 13's at low vacuum, but you can let it climb at high vacuum, up neat 14.5 even, especially if the timing is advanced at low load. Now that truck is close to being done I can mess with proper "tuning" I just wish fitech would get off their butt and send me the needed handheld and software. Reason I have spent so little time "tuning" they themselves said without it it will not work proper with a bigger inch dual quad setup.
In the end, it doesn't have an OD or lock up converter like your 6 cyl rocket, both drive the mileage up too, but I am confident that that engine has much more if you dig into it a little. I do have a GV OD. final gear is 2.73 and yes I agree there is a BUNCH left on table with proper tuning.
In fact, my hunch is that new cam, if anything, should have gained tire smoking power down low, a lot in fact, so I would have to guess there are some setup parameters the engine doesn't like. TPS setting, initial timing, rate, something. The converter likes the new cam much better less RPM for same cruise. No full WOT bursts until I get tuning correct. With new cam max rpm has been around 4700. 95% or more of driving so far the wife has been with me so anything more than 10% throttle she starts to input braking and steering effects after 27 years her inputs are becoming more meaningful! I keep looking straight ahead and pretend I do not notice and hold back a huge laugh thinking if she only knew how little % throttle that really was . .LOL!
Let me wrap it up that as others said, it's beautiful, I wish you were closer to Nebraska, I'd love to spend a Saturday dialing it in.
Thanks! Really appreciate that!
Just so its clear, I am not blaming the FiTech unit itself. Its the customer service that beyond sucks. I have spent VERY Little time actually tuning.
During GoodGuys a few weeks back and prior the truck started to stall after 25 to 30 min of driving and actually needed to be flat bedded home because the FiTech gave up the ghost turned out when warm the fuel hose from pump with loose clamp would lose pressure and hose got soggy from the fuel. Let it sit for 45 min and it would start then drive a few hundred feet and quit again. Let it sit overnight then when temps were cooler it would drive for near 30 minutes before quitting again. Fixed now replaced G-Surge unit no more issues.
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I'm with Ross. A session of EFI tuning would most likely be the perfect bow for that beautiful package!
Part-throttle stuff is hard to get right. Self-learning algorithms just don't seem to get there on higher power packages. An optimal tune will turn mushy into snappy, with better mpg as a bonus.
As I've said before, that thing is jaw-droppingly gorgeous 8) 8)
Thanks a bunch! It means a lot!
I am finally to the point able to start proper tuning. Yes I have put on quite a few "easy" miles just to get some enjoyment out of truck after 19 yrs of ownership and 11 yrs into the restoration. Every bit of time allowed on truck has been to finish the restoration vs tuning. Little details left like antenna, washer hoses, door access cover plates, brake pedal pad, neutral safety switch and a bit more sanding buffing and the truck will finally be done. Just so much other stuff going on I am sure others know the feeling how "Projects" go, and get put on back burner.
So the last few months very little to no time has been spent on "tuning" but in trying to finish the restoration. The truck drives FANTASTIC, there are NO squeaks or rattles, the braking, steering is excellent and for the most part runs pretty darn good. But now its finally time to tweak the EFI to see what the cam change will do and for peak performance/mpg. Its when I got left on side of road with fuel pump issues I figured it was finally time to replace the camshaft too. Flat bedded home tore it apart to replace camshaft then at same time replaced the G-Surge unit. no more fuel delivery issues.
Trying to get the new software from Fitech and the new hand held turned into a fiasco. I do not like when companies are not truthful and just give the runaround. The OLD handheld was giving me a error message unable to accept the new software but I think I finally have it figured out while waiting for FiTech to help.
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The truck looks unreal, To perfect just like it was animated
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The truck looks unreal, To perfect just like it was animated
Ha! Thanks!
That pic was actually taken with my cell phone. Cell phone will only allow one photo at a time.
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After starting from scratch with the tune and now having the proper latest Software changes loaded on the handheld (that took some doing to figure out)
I am 100% convinced most if not all running issues are related to the IAC sync between the 2 throttle bodies. In the instructions it says at idle the IAC steps should read between 3-10 that was originally set but with each change like initial timing the IAC numbers change. It says if number low to turn the adjustment screw out and if high to turn adjustment screw in. With these Dual Quads those numbers go opposite way. Not sure if a printing error or what.
But, I can hear big changes in idle quality with small adjustments to those screws. When Idle smooths out the IAC numbers are way out of whack.
I think I need a pair of carbs from Drew to get a baseline on how it should run! Too bad I sold the new Quick Fuel carbs. Along with the NOS BT/BU's.
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The truck looks unreal, To perfect just like it was animated
Ha! Thanks!
That pic was actually taken with my cell phone. Cell phone will only allow one photo at a time.
Cell phone cameras have come a long way. I remember the first ones, took marginaly better photos
than a potato :D
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Removed FiTech
Installed borrowed carbs ran great with carbs upon startup but
After 40 miles it was flooding.
Parked until I can get proper carbs from Drew
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Now THAT'S a proper looking FE! 8) No doubt Drew will deliver some killer carbs, but don't give up on the Fitech stuff. From watching that episode of Carfix (season 7- episode 9) where Jared and Lou tweeked the dual Fitech's on Jason's Cammer Saleen, it was tricky to set up. But they got there finally. Seemed like it took some setting that went against what the instructions and the Fitech gurus said to do.
It'll be interesting to see how the carbs work in the AZ heat. I ended up wrapping the Holley on my 416 with space blanket to keep it from boiling. ::)
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Now THAT'S a proper looking FE! 8) No doubt Drew will deliver some killer carbs, but don't give up on the Fitech stuff. From watching that episode of Carfix (season 7- episode 9) where Jared and Lou tweeked the dual Fitech's on Jason's Cammer Saleen, it was tricky to set up. But they got there finally. Seemed like it took some setting that went against what the instructions and the Fitech gurus said to do.
It'll be interesting to see how the carbs work in the AZ heat. I ended up wrapping the Holley on my 416 with space blanket to keep it from boiling. ::)
No idea why those photo's are so big.
Have not seen the episode re: Jason's Cammer. Do you have a link to it?
I have not given up on the FiTech yet but after 4000.00+ trying to get it working proper I wanted to try the carbs as I have simply ran out of time to work on truck. 98% of my time over last 6 months has been spent on truck I simply do not have time to mess with it at moment. Also no $$ to keep dumping into it. Of all the places I have lived this area is the WORST for testing. Great place to live but 5 cops every mile.
The plan is to try the Carbs from Drew then do a total back to back comparison with the FiTech. After driving the truck with the Holley's it was quite clear why I wanted to try EFI. Just the fact of having to remove bowls, change needle & seats, or adjust float level, remove idle mixture screws and squirt carb cleaner out is enough to make me not want carbs. As you mentioned in the AZ heat its not a matter of if but a matter of when a issue will crop up.
I would like to know what Jason did for throttle linkage as with stock FiTech no return springs it takes about 100 lb pressure on throttle pedal to get them to move. Crappy design.
So plan is:
Install carbs from Drew then drive to check idle, throttle response, driveability and MPG along with how I like them overall. (like the looks of carbs better)
Then spend big $$ converting back to the FiTech and doing the same. Go over entire system once again to see what it takes to make the FiTech work. One thing about the FiTech is I had ZERO fuel leaks ever. No seeping or fuel mess to deal with.
But, Once again its a HUGE time issue for me right now. I got so far behind of doing only this truck for 6 months I may never catch up on other stuff again.
The cam swap was also another time killer. At this point it made little to no difference in power and how it drives overall. As a matter of fact the truck ran much better with prior cam. Surely not worth the time or $$ spent so far. I will leave that open until I get carbs working proper and also the EFI.
New cam has no more vacuum than the old. Idle changed a bit but EFI issues at same time.
One thing I did notice with carbs is it would idle better at a much lower RPM. Complete opposite from what I would have thought with the EFI.
I now have the new handheld and software for the EFI but had to convert so much to run carbs it will take a bit to convert back to EFI again.
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Now THAT'S a proper looking FE! 8) No doubt Drew will deliver some killer carbs, but don't give up on the Fitech stuff. From watching that episode of Carfix (season 7- episode 9) where Jared and Lou tweeked the dual Fitech's on Jason's Cammer Saleen, it was tricky to set up. But they got there finally. Seemed like it took some setting that went against what the instructions and the Fitech gurus said to do.
It'll be interesting to see how the carbs work in the AZ heat. I ended up wrapping the Holley on my 416 with space blanket to keep it from boiling. ::)
I think the Tunnel Wedge will help a lot with carb heat because
It’s all open underneath. Another is cooling system working very well as engine temps lowest
On any FE I have owned.
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Wonder if you could have just "killed" the IAC and set idle with the stop screws like a carb. I do that on my car although I am tuning with an old Fuel-Pro EFI box that is not self learning.
Also wonder if FiTech has all the throttle blades cut on the correct angle (7 degrees if I recall correctly) and level to each other. I know that the Holley Sniper throttle body has a nicer - although not as pretty - throttle linkage setup.
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I am 100% sure you had EFI setup issues, the FItech is so adjustable you can get it to do anything you want, if it wasn't behaving, something wasn't right. I am not certain it's the handheld either unless you say you couldn't access the advanced tuning.
The issue is, it really takes some study time and work to understand the relationship of parts, What will make the carb conversion fussy is lack of vacuum advance. The way you intend to use the truck is natural for EFI, but even without it, should have a good vacuum advance distributor.
That new cam is right for the engine, far better than the last one for your use, once you get it dialed in with whichever induction system you use, you'll see.
Not sure what you used for a distributor, but did you put a steel gear on it?
Hope it works out, no doubt Dtrew's carbs will be good, and even if it doesn't seem like it, the cam will make the carbs work better too with OD
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Wonder if you could have just "killed" the IAC and set idle with the stop screws like a carb. I do that on my car although I am tuning with an old Fuel-Pro EFI box that is not self learning.
Also wonder if FiTech has all the throttle blades cut on the correct angle (7 degrees if I recall correctly) and level to each other. I know that the Holley Sniper throttle body has a nicer - although not as pretty - throttle linkage setup.
I did notice right before I was taking throttle bodies off they were not at all synced. First primaries on front then primaries and secondaries on rear then secondaries on front. I did notice when I installed them the throttle lever angles were quite a bit different from each other. I called tech to ask and was told to leave them alone. Just turn primary throttle plates in 1/2 turn each then adjust by numbers while running for IAC. When I followed instructions it flat out did not run right.
FiTech says adjust initially then only change setting with primary unit which in this case is rear. Problem with that nonsense is any change to linkage rods throws it all out of window. Also any timing or other changes and one had to re-set IAC.
One throttle body would be cakewalk in comparison.
Still learning how to adjust things but giving carbs a try first.
Without question the truck itself is a total dream truck, love everything about it other than how it runs. Mostly a idle issue. Brakes are nothing short of fantastic, Ride & handling with the large engineered sway bar made a 1000% difference. Just total enjoyable to drive. One way or another will get the fueling issue fixed so I can really enjoy it.
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I am 100% sure you had EFI setup issues, the FItech is so adjustable you can get it to do anything you want, if it wasn't behaving, something wasn't right. I am not certain it's the handheld either unless you say you couldn't access the advanced tuning.
I am quite sure it’s setup issue too. Some things with dual quad do not work like single.
New handheld has different software vs old. Tried to make work but did not want to accept the DCX file.
The issue is, it really takes some study time and work to understand the relationship of parts, What will make the carb conversion fussy is lack of vacuum advance. The way you intend to use the truck is natural for EFI, but even without it, should have a good vacuum advance distributor.
I bought a new distributor with vacuum advance along with a Crane Cams Steel Gear. I just have not installed it yet. I also noticed I have much stronger vacuum with the carbs now as brakes much better but I did not put a gauge on it to see what it was.
That new cam is right for the engine, far better than the last one for your use, once you get it dialed in with whichever induction system you use, you'll see.
I am sure the cam should be a bunch better but will not reap the rewards until I get it running proper.
Not sure what you used for a distributor, but did you put a steel gear on it?
Distributor used with the FiTech was a new mechanical from MSD as I was running locked timing with it done thru the EFI and yep it had a steel gear. I was advised by FiTech the locked unit would be the best it costed me around 400.00 from MSD
Right before I pulled the throttle bodies I had once again put the timing light on it and the timing was jumping all over the map at idle. When I first installed them and it was running better the timing did not do that at idle. Most likely reason for rolling idle where it had no clue what to do. Again part of the FiTech software, I was told by them the new software should help a bunch of issues. FiTech actually messed with the settings when I was at goodguys scottsdale. The tech came back to truck when I was in Winners circle to check it out but the truck failed to start (bad fuel pump hose connection when warm) Truck never ran right after that. Prior to that it was running pretty decent.
Hope it works out, no doubt Dtrew's carbs will be good, and even if it doesn't seem like it, the cam will make the carbs work better too with OD
Right now to try out the carbs I had a mechanical distributor with steel gear I dropped in as I had not installed the new steel gear on the vacuum advance distributor I had just picked up.
Plan is to install the vacuum advance distributor when I install the carbs from Drew. After trying out the carbs I plan on re-installing the FiTech units and start from scratch also using the vacuum advance distributor I just bought vs letting the fitech deal with timing. I think that part was of major concern.
Prior to re-install of fitech throttle bodies I plan on making a few adjustments so they are both the same especially when one can visually see they are different from each other with throttle angle.
What do you recommend for timing curve with the new vacuum distributor and carbs/efi?
Engine seemed to like 12-14 initial but did not try any more than that. Once the carbs started to act up I just parked it for now until carbs from Drew show up. I am flat out of time I can work on truck until I get caught up with other stuff.
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Now THAT'S a proper looking FE! 8) No doubt Drew will deliver some killer carbs, but don't give up on the Fitech stuff. From watching that episode of Carfix (season 7- episode 9) where Jared and Lou tweeked the dual Fitech's on Jason's Cammer Saleen, it was tricky to set up. But they got there finally. Seemed like it took some setting that went against what the instructions and the Fitech gurus said to do.
It'll be interesting to see how the carbs work in the AZ heat. I ended up wrapping the Holley on my 416 with space blanket to keep it from boiling. ::)
Have not seen the episode re: Jason's Cammer. Do you have a link to it?
Here's a YouTube link but it's the pay per view kind. ::)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqP0YhOoObQ
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If I were to try the EFI again I would do just that - - get all the throttle blades exactly the same first.
I would be tempted to toss the IAC mounted on each throttle body and run a single remote one connected to a central vacuum source - if I ran one at all.
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With the carbs,
I would run initial to get total where I wanted it if not recurving. However, if I was building the distributor, I would want initial higher, like 16-18 to start. The old cam needed that more initial than this one, but the big intake and low RPM cruise in OD will want all the initial it can handle.
Your throttle blade challenge is not over with the carbs either, you need to make sure both sets of primaries (and best if all) are not dipping into the transition circuits.
If you are running a vacuum advance later, you have two options. You could run 16 initial, 36-38 total and then add ported vacuum to the can. Or you could in your case, run manifold vacuum. I don't love doing that, but in your setup it could add to the high vacuum mileage and drivability when in OD. It'd be worth a try. initial and total stay the same in that case, but you would likely have to lower the idle equally on both carbs compared to with the vacuum from a ported source
Be sure your new gear is at the correct height on any distributor, nothing worse than fragging a motor because a roll pin or gear breaks...
With the EFI Same goal, more initial timing, equal blade location and as much timing as you can get to it on part throttle cruise
The timing should be set before you do your final throttle adjustments and IAB setup. Consider the timing as a mechanical function, even though it is adjustable. Initial and total are hard numbers, then you can tweak how fast it comes in after. With EFI, I would want the crank timing a little lower, maybe 10-12, and then as soon as it fires, idle should be around 20-22. Additionally , if you look in your instructions, there are a ton of adjustments at different "KPA", these are adjustments for timing at different load based on vacuum. When vacuum is high, you want more advance, the key focus is your 50-75 mph light throttle cruise.
But then, and what I think is most critical, after the timing limits are set, I would, in absolute detail, learn how the throttle blade, IAB and TPS relearn function works and set them up the way the computer expects them to be set up. I agree with Barry that two IABs are goofy if that is how it works, IMO, unless there is a reason one cannot open enough or fast enough, which I doubt the issue is. Regardless if that is how the program works, so be it.
In the end, the throttle blades primary and secondary should be matched, and set so that it takes a certain amount of IAB to idle. Usually, with the IAB unplugged, the engine barely idles, then the IAB adds a little air to get it to the idle speed you want. This allows it to compensate for things like A/C, PS, etc without being too far open. Remember, any time you adjust a throttle blade, you have to relearn TPS or it thinks you have your foot on the pedal. My opinion for later, not having read the setup for yours is.
1 - Adjust blades to match each other without being fully closed
2 - Fire engine, go through setup, to include TPS limits, initial and total timing, and air fuel goals,
3 - Check IAB values
4 - If required, adjust both throttle blades equally (don't screw with initial timing anymore)
5 - Reset TPS values
6 - Check IAB values
7 - Repeat if necessary from step three until you have the proper IAB
8 - Once idle setting is where you want it, start playing with load-adjusted timing (KpA in your instructions)
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Wonder if you could have just "killed" the IAC and set idle with the stop screws like a carb. I do that on my car although I am tuning with an old Fuel-Pro EFI box that is not self learning.
Also wonder if FiTech has all the throttle blades cut on the correct angle (7 degrees if I recall correctly) and level to each other. I know that the Holley Sniper throttle body has a nicer - although not as pretty - throttle linkage setup.
Will be doing a bunch more tweaking on system to see what it likes
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Now THAT'S a proper looking FE! 8) No doubt Drew will deliver some killer carbs, but don't give up on the Fitech stuff. From watching that episode of Carfix (season 7- episode 9) where Jared and Lou tweeked the dual Fitech's on Jason's Cammer Saleen, it was tricky to set up. But they got there finally. Seemed like it took some setting that went against what the instructions and the Fitech gurus said to do.
It'll be interesting to see how the carbs work in the AZ heat. I ended up wrapping the Holley on my 416 with space blanket to keep it from boiling. ::)
Have not seen the episode re: Jason's Cammer. Do you have a link to it?
Here's a YouTube link but it's the pay per view kind. ::)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqP0YhOoObQ
Thanks for the link! Did pay the ransom and watched it. Lots of BS on that show but subject was good.
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With the carbs,
I would run initial to get total where I wanted it if not recurving. However, if I was building the distributor, I would want initial higher, like 16-18 to start. The old cam needed that more initial than this one, but the big intake and low RPM cruise in OD will want all the initial it can handle.
Your throttle blade challenge is not over with the carbs either, you need to make sure both sets of primaries (and best if all) are not dipping into the transition circuits.
If you are running a vacuum advance later, you have two options. You could run 16 initial, 36-38 total and then add ported vacuum to the can. Or you could in your case, run manifold vacuum. I don't love doing that, but in your setup it could add to the high vacuum mileage and drivability when in OD. It'd be worth a try. initial and total stay the same in that case, but you would likely have to lower the idle equally on both carbs compared to with the vacuum from a ported source
Be sure your new gear is at the correct height on any distributor, nothing worse than fragging a motor because a roll pin or gear breaks...
With the EFI Same goal, more initial timing, equal blade location and as much timing as you can get to it on part throttle cruise
The timing should be set before you do your final throttle adjustments and IAB setup. Consider the timing as a mechanical function, even though it is adjustable. Initial and total are hard numbers, then you can tweak how fast it comes in after. With EFI, I would want the crank timing a little lower, maybe 10-12, and then as soon as it fires, idle should be around 20-22. Additionally , if you look in your instructions, there are a ton of adjustments at different "KPA", these are adjustments for timing at different load based on vacuum. When vacuum is high, you want more advance, the key focus is your 50-75 mph light throttle cruise.
But then, and what I think is most critical, after the timing limits are set, I would, in absolute detail, learn how the throttle blade, IAB and TPS relearn function works and set them up the way the computer expects them to be set up. I agree with Barry that two IABs are goofy if that is how it works, IMO, unless there is a reason one cannot open enough or fast enough, which I doubt the issue is. Regardless if that is how the program works, so be it.
In the end, the throttle blades primary and secondary should be matched, and set so that it takes a certain amount of IAB to idle. Usually, with the IAB unplugged, the engine barely idles, then the IAB adds a little air to get it to the idle speed you want. This allows it to compensate for things like A/C, PS, etc without being too far open. Remember, any time you adjust a throttle blade, you have to relearn TPS or it thinks you have your foot on the pedal. My opinion for later, not having read the setup for yours is.
1 - Adjust blades to match each other without being fully closed
2 - Fire engine, go through setup, to include TPS limits, initial and total timing, and air fuel goals,
3 - Check IAB values
4 - If required, adjust both throttle blades equally (don't screw with initial timing anymore)
5 - Reset TPS values
6 - Check IAB values
7 - Repeat if necessary from step three until you have the proper IAB
8 - Once idle setting is where you want it, start playing with load-adjusted timing (KpA in your instructions)
Thanks a bunch for info!
Have been busy on the Twin Turbo Boss9 build while waiting for the carbs to show.
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I found a CURE for the bad MPG and constant messing with the 482 vs just driving!
I simply did a 48 hr post on Craigslist and SOLD IT!
That listing was just to please the wife and did not expect it to sell.
Time for that Gen3 Coyote & 10 spd auto. put the rest of $$ left over in bank for other projects.
Edit add: I sold the 482. Keeping the truck
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You sold that drop dead gorgeous truck? Or the EFI?
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You sold that drop dead gorgeous truck? Or the EFI?
I will update my post
Sold the 482 & EFI along with the Cobra Jet C-6
Dreaming too long about the truck & not enough energy to do another so keeping it.
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Well......I guess that one way to fix it!!
I was hoping to see you get it all sorted out so I could be taking notes on the FITech system. I would like to use the same thing with the BT medium rise 2x4 I got for Christmas in the next year or so.
I can understand though, they should be fun and reliable to drive.
You mentioned driving the truck across several states somewhere back, will you using some of your new found savings to add air conditioning?? Might be easier than rerouting the belt system on the Coyote for the compressor.
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Well......I guess that one way to fix it!!
I was hoping to see you get it all sorted out so I could be taking notes on the FITech system. I would like to use the same thing with the BT medium rise 2x4 I got for Christmas in the next year or so.
I can understand though, they should be fun and reliable to drive.
You mentioned driving the truck across several states somewhere back, will you using some of your new found savings to add air conditioning?? Might be easier than rerouting the belt system on the Coyote for the compressor.
I wish I could have afforded to keep it!
Bidding on a couple possible engine combos to replace it with. And yes it will have AC
Next go around. I have all the pieces to build a 410 but it would be stock heads etc. I can
Do a Gen3 Coyote for less than a very basic FE. A new GV OD is near 3k by itself.
In next week if I cannot find a late model engine transmission combo reasonably priced
I will drop in a stockish FE so I can drive it. I think a stockish 410 with a factory.70 Overdrive
Should do the trick at least for now.
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HUGE roller coaster ride with this truck especially after selling the 482.
Thought I wanted a late model EFI engine as in EcoBoost or Gen3 Coyote but I just could not give up on all the time I spent on truck making it FE.
Decided to just stick with FE once again which I thought no way no how. I already have 2 other FE trucks.
I have a original '66 352 block I will turn into a 410 and it will still have EFI but going a different route.
410 Cubes with hydraulic cam. Will stick with a C-6 but will be a tight converter. Much less time spent leaving the rest as is just a engine/transmission change. A whole lot more $$ than I wanted to spend but a fraction of the work/time to keep it FE.
Hopefully The MPG double.
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Glad to hear that! I understand the attraction of the new tech, but that truck with a FE just seems right :)
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Good to hear you will keep a FE.
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Selling the 482 allowed me to pay off a bunch of bills and pick up a 2018 F150 with only 9,000 miles with $$ left over to build a basic FE for the Orange/White truck. Any longer trips will now be in the late model truck where MPG will no longer matter in the '66. As will creature comforts.
To test out the new truck this past weekend we did a 1200 mile round trip. On 2nd fill we got 26 MPG! (Hand Calc was 25.49) Last leg got stuck in very heavy headwinds but our average for the entire 1200 mi trip was 23.30 MPG, Smooth, Quiet and very comfortable and the new Gen3 Coyote 10 spd combo was wonderful.
Now back to the FE content as machine work for new engine in the Orange truck should be done this week.
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I just posted on another thread using same photo link and the photo was normal size. Same method here and pics are HUGE! No clue why
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Decided to restore my '66 F-100 Ranger (factory bucket seats)
Probably the most loaded '66 F100 out there.
Good place is to start with chassis.
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Have posted pics of it before but this is what I started with. Very solid AZ truck since new. Drove it bare metal for nearly 2 yrs
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Looks great!
What did you do with the I-beams and the king pins?
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Looks great!
What did you do with the I-beams and the king pins?
Took them apart, cleaned off all surface rust then sprayed a satin clear on them
Replaced king pins & bushings.
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I'm always amazed at how quickly you get work done.
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I'm always amazed at how quickly you get work done.
I was doing ok until now! Had 3 FE blocks at a local machine shop for some very basic work. Lets just say all 3 blocks are ruined beyond repair! Have never seen such incompetence in my lifetime. These were the last 3 blocks I had left too.
Shop mixed up the main bearing caps then attempted the align hone. Lets just say .009" out on caps at parting line!
The middle thrust bearing in cap will spin around like a "bearing" absolutely all the crush is GONE! AND they had told me a couple weeks and its now 6 months later and I have NOTHING but time and $ wasted.
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one of the rods and far from the worst. Did not check all but one if nut was just snugged there was a .088 gap on opposite side. Yes, 88 thou not 8.8. Mains were angle cut the same way. If rod caps or main caps were put on a flat surface they would rock in both directions.
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Supposed to be reconditioned with ARP bolts. They had cranked nuts so tight there were more than one stud with stripped threads and all were way way over torqued. Total joke.
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Unbelievable :(
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Truck has been down going on 6 months. Got tired of waiting so had opportunity to buy a
Late model Crate Engine instead of the FE
450/510 version for less than cost of just a decent FE
Total bummer really.
Looks like the end of this thread
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fter 2 yrs of messing around trying to gather pieces for another 410 I decided to go the very basic route of .020 390 with good machine work and then drop it in the ‘66 F100 clone of my dads truck.
For something different going to mess with MPG and very low rpm build. Idle to 4000 rpm.
Zero deck, 9.0 comp, hone with deck plates, square deck etc. just got block, heads, balanced assy back from machine shop on Saturday.
Orange White truck that had 482 now has Raptor Crate Engine & 10 spd. It will be long distance cruiser.
Custom pistons too so I can get good ring pack.
Edit Add: For some reason would not allow photo's will try later.
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photo testing
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Sorry bout your machine shop problems ... hard to find a competent shop now
What brand are the pistons if I may ask ??
Forgot... those heads are so clean ..... how is that done ??
Ricky.
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Sorry bout your machine shop problems ... hard to find a competent shop now
What brand are the pistons if I may ask ??
Forgot... those heads are so clean ..... how is that done ??
Ricky.
Pistons are a custom from RaceTec
Heads cleaned with media then clean up cut.
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thought some may like to see a couple of my latest purchases. Tripped over them both. Ramp Truck and Camper in mind for them.
This truck is beyond rare and the only 1966 N series crew cab known to exist. This one is a N700 330 2v, 5 spd with a 2 spd diff
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I’ve never seen one. That is beyond cool.
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Agree! That is going to be super awesome! I didn't know such a thing existed :D
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Might be the coolest thing I’ve ever seen
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I’ve never seen one. That is beyond cool.
A pretty rare truck. At this point no other '66 N700 Crew Cabs are known to exist. Had to be more than just the one sold.
Found this 1965 F600 the week before . . Plan was a ramp truck or Camper now I will have to chose which one gets what. Most likely the Crew will get the camper I can attach to the dump bed then remove when not in use.
This '65 F 600 Az since new bought by Uhaul to use as service truck then after that other tow companies. It has the Offical AZ tow truck data plate on B pillar.
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Agree! That is going to be super awesome! I didn't know such a thing existed :D
So few were made very few people around today have ever heard of one much less actually seen one. I did see a '67 in vegas area about 10 yrs ago.
My truck collecting year is mostly 1966 although I have a couple '65's around. Once I realized this was a '66 had to jump on it before someone else caught wind it even existed.
Can't wait to make a true driver out of it. The 330 HD was supposed to have been rebuilt less than 1000 miles ago but that was a long time ago. Guy I bought it from owned it for a minimum of 31 years. Quite elderly now
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Those are two diamonds. Congrats on finding them.
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Those are two diamonds. Congrats on finding them.
Thanks! Lucky 2 weeks in a row . .
Short Video of the Crew Cab
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EX2KwtQ7Lj0
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They both look very solid indeed! Are you planning on keeping the patina and just doing a mechanical resto? That seems to be the fashion nowadays :)
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They both look very solid indeed! Are you planning on keeping the patina and just doing a mechanical resto? That seems to be the fashion nowadays :)
Not really sure. I don’t like made up Patina and prefer nicely done stuff but have far too many projects in front of the big trucks. The brown ‘65 600 would have to get painted as had so many color changes but the N700 Crew is cool as is. I just want them both running driving then see where it goes from there. Will depend on both engines and how they run n drive.
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I'm with you on the fake patina. Sounds like a lot of work ahead, but so worth it!
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I’m still gobsmacked by that crew.
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I may catch flames for this but that crew with a healthy Cummins diesel in it would be a heck of a hauler! Maybe a mix and match of save the petina, but redo some parts like FORD, badges etc.
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I may catch flames for this but that crew with a healthy Cummins diesel in it would be a heck of a hauler! Maybe a mix and match of save the petina, but redo some parts like FORD, badges etc.
Plan is to use for longer distances so the 330 HD won’t cut it.
My top engine trans would be 2020 or newer 6.7 power stroke 10R140 combo although am considering
A larger truck Diesel. I found a 2018 Penske truck very low miles. 37k with a 6.7B 250 hp 660 tq @ 1600 rpm. Full chassis all new. If I were to just do cab swap. Also been some E350 E450 campers with
Very low miles and have v10’s.
Also possibly a new 7.3 gas but not as likely.
Still open and will decide when it comes time to restore. Gotta get it home first!
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Bought this truck going on a month ago. I had shipper lined up to haul it to AZ. Now he flaked out.
Anyone here around Spokane (north side) That can provide a place for me to try to get it running so I can make the attempt to drive it 1400 miles home?
I have ordered parts I "think" I will need so it will drive. All new wheel cylinders, master cylinder, found NOS water pumps (2 possible), NOS fuel pump so I can go thru fuel system, NOS carb kit etc
I could also use help to move it from current location 99005/99006 to a place I can work on it or maybe if someone has large truck/trailer they can haul it to AZ?
Really stuck on this one as so many unknowns for driving it across country.
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I have room for it temporarily but it's probably not worth hauling it all the way here just to make it run. I might possibly be able to haul it to Az, loading it would be the issue.
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I have room for it temporarily but it's probably not worth hauling it all the way here just to make it run. I might possibly be able to haul it to Az, loading it would be the issue.
Where are you located?
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Update: working on getting truck moved to AZ. Might inc some FE parts! Lol
New video just before we pulled away from its resting spot last 31 yrs.
https://youtu.be/AuG15Mged-c
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Got the N Crew home.
Pulled the pan and found the engine had very few miles on full rebuild. Fresh bore, pistons etc. $ Steel Crank. Sitting 31+ years after rebuild I filled the cylinders with Kroil and marvel mystery oil. Used in excess of a gallon total. Cranked engine and am sure a bunch of kroil and marvel mystery got down exhaust. Today I fired it up and drove it for first time.
Inc this vid a total of 5 min 30 seconds of run time. I totally expect the smoking to quit but could be a while. Also had rats nests in both mufflers, exhaust that blew out when I started it.
Runs great considering all I did was rebuild the carb with no adjustments at this point. Also put in a new set of points. Changed oil, filter, new fuel pump
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15qxmWBHxCU
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Super cool project!