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FE Technical Forum / Speed-Pro Competition Series Rod Bearings 87170CH10
« on: April 24, 2026, 11:54:47 AM »
I see other sizes available for purchase (standard, .001, .020) with some being limited stock but it appears the .010 bearings aren't being manufactured anymore? Everywhere I look they are out of stock with no ETA for more. Have these rod bearings been superseded by another part number? In a nutshell I would like to get a good set of .010 undersize rod bearings for a stock 390 crankshaft, but my preferred choice seems to be a dead end.  As always, any information would be greatly appreciated.

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Non-FE Discussion Forum / Where to advertise a complete drivetrain
« on: January 31, 2026, 08:38:47 PM »
I do not follow many forums so it seemed prudent to ask.  As noted in the subject, I have a complete drivetrain (engine, transmission, rear axle) from a '66 galaxie.  I haven't gathered all casting numbers and such (it's cold outside right now), but to my knowledge they are all matching numbers wise.  I won't have a need for it but it seems like something that should be offered as a package for anyone looking for period correct or numbers matching drivetrain.  I am running with the assumption that the private classifieds on this forum would not have much interest in something like this.  If I am wrong in that assumption, please let me know.  If there are forums or other options better suited for making such an offering, please let me know.   :)  Thank you in advance for any information.  I forgot to mention that the drivetrain consists of a 390 4bbl, 4 speed toploader and the 9" rear is 3.50 gears and has the vibration damper (whatever that was called) on the rear of the driveshaft.

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FE Technical Forum / C5AE 390 block cast with cross bolt bosses
« on: October 21, 2025, 07:11:24 PM »
As noted in this post, apparently C5AE 390 blocks were cast with crossbolt bosses similar to the '64 blocks.  I haven't had much luck determining if it is all C5AE blocks or just some.  If anyone knows the answer to this, I am all ears.   :)  Thanks in advance.

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Private Classifieds / WTB: C5AE 390 block with crossbolt bosses
« on: October 01, 2025, 01:02:02 AM »
As noted in this post, apparently C5AE 390 blocks with the crossbolt bosses (similar the to late '63 and '64 blocks but with the 4 bolt motor mount configuration) exist and I would like to purchase one.  Thanks in advance for any leads or information.

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Non-FE Discussion Forum / 1954 Mercury Monterey
« on: May 16, 2025, 11:47:56 PM »
I have a '54 Merc that a customer is needing help with.  Generally the customer takes care of most of the maintenance, tuning, etc. on the car and has done an excellent job up to this point.  The customer wants to address issues with performance (customer thinks ignition timing) and slightly low vacuum at idle (15 to 16" Hg instead of 17 to 20) that is affecting the various vacuum operated items in the car.  It has the 256 Mercury V8 with a Holley 2140 "teapot" 4bbl carb. My first step was to make sure idle, timing and valve adjustment were all ok before chasing vacuum leaks since the engine has been rebuilt not long ago. I didn't get very far since the primary butterflies have a tendency to be a bit sticky off idle and the linkage flops around pretty good making it basically impossible to get a consistent desired idle speed for tuning.

At this point I'm looking for someone that can 100% recondition the carb.  When I say recondition, I mean address the issues with the loose linkage and sticky butterflies so the idle speed stays in spec after operating the throttle. The carb is in good shape otherwise. I've done a bit of google searching but haven't come up with what I consider a good place have the work done. If anyone is aware of anyone or anywhere that can do this, I am all ears.  :)  Thanks in advance for any information.

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FE Technical Forum / '66 Galaxie front and rear springs
« on: January 28, 2025, 02:21:38 PM »
I'm looking for some input regarding a set of front and rear coil springs.  I had purchased springs for both a few years back when I swapped out the 289 for a 390.  In theory the front springs were correct for the car with an FE.  I don't recall the specifics for the rear but I made a best effort at finding springs that would match OE springs.

As it is now, the front sits high and the rear sits low.  Does anyone know of a good source for springs that would have the car's stance be "normal"?  Any information is appreciated.

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FE Technical Forum / Trickflow heads (Not sure where to post this)
« on: September 08, 2024, 11:55:08 PM »
What on earth is this?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/334503348161

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FE Technical Forum / Valve stem heights
« on: July 09, 2024, 01:47:20 PM »
Long story short I had some larger valves put into a set of 6090G heads awhile back.  I'm finally ready to get them installed but noticed what appeared to be differing valve stem heights upon closer inspection. A straight edge and feeler gauge says all of the exhaust valve stems are .007 to .008 lower than the intake valve stems.  Spring closed height is within the specs I gave the machinist. In retrospect, I probably should have given one specific install height to avoid any confusion. I made the assumption the machinist would make them all the same height but within the range I gave. Live and learn I guess.

This isn't a race engine.  Maybe classified as street/strip but in reality mostly street.  Thoughts?

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FE Technical Forum / Trickflow heads - gone for good?
« on: February 22, 2024, 11:56:38 AM »
I saw a posting in private classifieds looking for Trickflow heads last night.  I checked Trickflow's website after seeing the post and noted their lead time was August or so of this year.  Might have been September or October, but I can't confirm since their website now shows this for availability.  Did we just lose a nice option for cylinder heads?

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FE Technical Forum / Deck with water jacket rods/pins showing
« on: February 20, 2024, 09:08:40 PM »
While I'm waiting on the rotating assembly from Barry, I figured it would be prudent to get the block ready.  Sent to the machine shop to get cam bearings installed, have the main caps honed with the ARP studs installed, etc. and so forth.  Asked them to make sure the deck was good and if needed, take off no more than necessary to get things squared up.  Just pulled the block out of the bag tonight to clean out the oil galleries, install the gallery plugs and get it on the engine stand.  After getting it on the stand and applying some wd40 to mitigate surface rust while waiting for the rotating assembly, I noticed I could see the rods/pins (not sure what to call them) from the water jackets on the deck.  Just curious if this is anything to be concerned about.

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FE Technical Forum / Ford FE Motor Mount Adapter (2 Bolt to 4 Bolt)
« on: February 16, 2024, 07:51:10 PM »
Didn't want to hijack the post regarding the billet heads soooo..

Quote from: fekbmax on February 16, 2024, 12:26:34 PM
Here's a block to go with it.

https://www.wolverineengines.com/product/ford-fe-billet-aluminum-block/

Now go build ya one of them 2500hp pro charger FE's..

As noted in the subject of this post, the site Keith mentioned has some FE motor mount adapters.  I stared at them for awhile but for the life of me don't know what their purpose is.  My limited experience only spans FE engines in '62 to '66 Galaxies so I'm sure there are other configurations that would warrant them.  Just curious what that might be. 

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FE Technical Forum / Throttle body options for port fuel injection
« on: November 29, 2023, 09:56:04 AM »
I was reviewing options for a throttle body in relation to converting to port injection.  The question I was left with is if there are any performance related advantages or disadvantages to using an EFI throttle body intake elbow along with an EFI throttle body versus a 4BBL throttle body on the EFI intake manifold.  Any insight is appreciated.


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Private Classifieds / For entertainment only
« on: November 09, 2023, 03:35:18 AM »
Came across these "jewels" while browsing.  Seems like Mississippi and Louisiana is the market to sell FE related items for big $$$.

390 FE Motor - https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/860360632103005 - Has only been overheated once, super rare.

1960/61 352 ford Fe engine - https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2362268337494894 - Strong runner

SIDE OILER FORD - https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/934000044569430 - No additional charge for dirt, chain is extra

In other news, meth addiction in MS and LA has reached an all time high.

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FE Technical Forum / SCAT stroker kits
« on: September 27, 2023, 03:42:47 PM »
Not sure where exactly to ask this, so my apologies if this board is not the correct place for this question. After searching through the vendor and private classified boards and not coming up with anything useful, I decided to ask if anyone happens to have any SCAT stroker kits on hand.  Any information is appreciated.

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FE Technical Forum / Blue Thunder Weber manifolds
« on: September 14, 2023, 12:53:53 PM »
I see that Blue Thunder has 3 different Weber manifolds for the FE listed in their catalog.  The standard cut F.E. IDA Weber manifold, angle cut F.E. IDA Weber manifold, and eight ( 8 ) venturi FE IDA fuel injection manifold. Due to lack of information in their catalog and my inability to obtain additional information about the f.i. version of the manifold, I'm making this post in hopes of getting some useful information to determine if it would be a good fit for my project. As always, any information is appreciated.

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