Hello from Texas, I am Edward,
For the last 5 years has been looking to purchase the perfect truck to restore. F-100, no rust, short bed...etc. End up purchasing a 1971, F-250, long bed, without an engine. Looking to make a daily driver. Originally equipped with a 360/C6(transmission currently on the truck)I will appreciate any information and shared knowledge.Thanks, Edward
Hello from FT Hood, Texas
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Eduardo
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My 1971 F-250 do not have an engine was purchase as roller. The C6 transmission still in the truck. I am debating in purchasing a remanufactured 390 and everything that goes with it, or an newer engine. The engine bay is empty even the radiator is gone. What would be the right approach it will be a driver. Thanks Edward.
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Eduardo
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My 1971 F-250 do not have an engine was purchase as roller. The C6 transmission still in the truck. I am debating in purchasing a remanufactured 390 and everything that goes with it, or an newer engine. The engine bay is empty even the radiator is gone. What would be the right approach it will be a driver. Thanks Edward.
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Eduardo
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Engine choice
Just signed to the forum. My 1971 F-250 do not have an engine was purchase as roller. The C6 transmission still in the truck. I am debating in purchasing a remanufactured 390 and everything that goes with it, or an newer take out engine. The engine bay is empty even the radiator is gone. What would be the right approach it will be a driver. Thanks Edward.
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DuckRyder
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Re: Hello from FT Hood, Texas
Welcome, I’ve merged these together since there were duplicates but they have slightly different information, I will do the same in the engine forum where its probably more appropriate and will probably get more answers.
Robert
1972 F100 Ranger XLT (445/C6/9” 3.50 Truetrac)
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1972 F100 Ranger XLT (445/C6/9” 3.50 Truetrac)
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sargentrs
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Re: Hello from FT Hood, Texas
My '87 F150 has a C6 behind a 5.0 EFI small block. Not sure but the 5.8 option was available that year and may bolt up to the C6. from Georgia !
from Georgia !Randy
1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
1987 F-150 XLT Lariat, 5.0/C6 auto.
1970 F100 Sport Custom Limited LWB, 302cid, 3 on the tree. NO A/C, NO P/S, NO P/B. Currently in 1000 pcs while rebuilding. Project thread: http://www.fordification.com/forum/view ... 22&t=59995 Plan: 351w, C4, LSD, pwr front disc, p/s, a/c, bucket seats, new interior and paint.
1987 F-150 XLT Lariat, 5.0/C6 auto.
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Re: Hello from FT Hood, Texas
from Colorado! The 390 FE would be a preference over a 360 FE as far as desirability. It depends on whether you are doing a concourse restoration or you just want a nice daily driver and don't care if it is concourse. The 390 FE 2 barrel was the largest engine put in the bumps from the factory, but a number of people put 428's, 429's and 460's in their trucks.1972 F250 Sports Custom 390 FE C6 2WD Dana 60 4:10 gears