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Private Classifieds / Re: Need 390 double crank pulley
« on: December 21, 2023, 11:22:21 AM »
Learning every day  with you guys! Thank you all  for the replies; I was not aware of these differences in the dampers.
Will double check my engine and verify that I have the later style.

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Private Classifieds / Need 390 double crank pulley
« on: December 18, 2023, 11:04:13 AM »
Like to source a good, that is usable, double crank pulley for the 390 new build that is ready to install.
Please drop me a PM if you can help. Have some small engine bits for trade if that works, too.
yellerc@

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FE Technical Forum / Re: All things FE Headers.
« on: May 25, 2021, 09:01:33 AM »
Circling back to my Reply #73 on the truck headers with resolution of fitment. Put the jegs' headers aside and got a pair of Hookers with the 2 1/2 inch collector. No more automatic trans linkage interference and its a slide on transition instead of the three bolt flange fittings, so saves that room also. Lucked out eye guess. Also using a 10" flex type coupling that ties nicely into the flowmaster exhaust system designed for these trucks; which avoids interference with the auxillary fuel tanks. All FWIW to anyone looking for those old F-100 exhaust 'solutions'.

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FE Technical Forum / Re: All things FE Headers.
« on: May 13, 2021, 10:01:12 AM »
OK, will put my line in the water here.....

1969 F-250 (Camper Special) 2WD, 390, and a C-6 auto

Installed a cheapo set of Jeg's headers (#30075) for the breakin' period  ;) and all was fine till the driver side exit which interferes with the transmission linkage in a big way. Like from 'drive thru 2 and 1 gears'.  Probably 3/4 " or better by the time its altered. Not sure I want to dent them this much; plus the exit does not line up with the flowmaster exhaust system tailored to the auxillary gas tank, so there's that too.
Here's the thing. There is plenty of room to the 'outside' of the car there for a different exit point for the headers. Question is, does anyone have similar experience or a better 'cheapo' break in header fit. Looking at the Flowtech # 12542  and it looks to be a possibility.....
On a good note, there was no other interference issues whatsoever. I do not have power steering, which seems to be one of the common issues with this model. Will try to get an underneath pic to illustrate.


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Non-FE Discussion Forum / Re: Blazzing Sadles
« on: March 25, 2021, 10:00:05 AM »
"Pass the beans"

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FE Technical Forum / Re: Guess the horsepower game, 1961 Ford 390
« on: March 11, 2021, 01:52:54 PM »
383

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Non-FE Discussion Forum / Re: ATF TYPE FOR C6
« on: January 26, 2021, 09:25:22 AM »
Recently had the same question and the builder of the C6 recommended the Dex/Merc. He also suggested to use (1) quart of synthetic with the fluid. When questioned, he allowed that the synthetic (quart) was for the high temperature protection.
The C6 trans he build included 3 five disc clutch paks and is for my current 390 going into an F250. Leaning toward trying his recommendation on the synthetic fwiw.

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FE Technical Forum / Re: Just general FE info Bolts for a FE
« on: November 19, 2020, 07:13:49 AM »
That's the ones Richard. They have a grooved surface on the smooth (non-threaded) part of the stem; apparently to reduce twisting with the torque I would guess. Looks like a wheel stud bolt that way. Haven't seen them available and not sure what others may have uses as an alternative. Farmer in me says to stick an 8 grade in there and run it. :-\

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FE Technical Forum / Re: Just general FE info Bolts for a FE
« on: November 18, 2020, 03:08:02 PM »
Currently looking for some of the bolts that connect the driveline to the C6 transmission.
They are 'special'.  :o

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Private Classifieds / Re: WTB...
« on: June 17, 2020, 03:21:31 PM »
Put it in a PM. Thank you!

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Private Classifieds / Re: WTB...
« on: June 17, 2020, 07:01:12 AM »
That sounds super Greg; getting the trans rebuilt now and another engine in the build phase. Let me know where / how to send some $$ to cover the costs.  ;D

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Private Classifieds / Re: WTB...
« on: June 16, 2020, 01:18:18 PM »
Good to see members helping each other.

Eye still need two of these reinforcement rings for my truck builds if anyone has a pair to sell.

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FE Technical Forum / Re: Flexplate application question
« on: April 27, 2020, 10:06:51 AM »
Thought that might be the case, thank you.
 Bot the engine apart so tho I got a bellhousing and flywheel, there was no reinforcement ring for the flexplate. :P
Thanks Gents!

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FE Technical Forum / Flexplate application question
« on: April 27, 2020, 09:32:14 AM »
First 390 is on the floor and going into a 69' F250 with a C-6.

Have ordered new flywheel bolts and did not disassemble either the engine (or the truck), so the simple question is whether a reinforcement ring is required with the flexplate?

Presuming also that threadlocker and no washers is appropriate. All comments appreciated. Really  ;D

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FE Technical Forum / Re: Anyone use a synchrometer to help tune dual quads?
« on: April 16, 2020, 12:17:54 PM »
How bout' three carbs? Offering this on the chance that some of the theory may be usable or adaptable to the FE. (of which I am a rank amateur)
On the six cylinder, with three separate intakes, and three side draft carbs; I always, always, always set the air flow prior to 'adjusting' the mixtures. FWIW But the straight 6 is a whole different beast from intake to exhaust flow.

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