Recent content by motorman8467

Wow, that is a lot of information to digest. I got this engine for zero dollars, so it is what it is. I do know it has the small cam. I appreciate all the information. I will tear it down and take a look. I will post again after I get it down and evaluated. Thanks, again. Jim

I am getting ready to build an old Ford 239 Y Block and just wondering if any of you engine builders, out there could put me on to some good parts sources. Thanks in advance for your help.

This engine that I am working on came out of a 1954 Ford Crestline. It is the OHV version. All I have is the engine and transmission. Plan to completely rebuilding it, then find a home for it. Want to bore it out as far as I can. There is plenty enough room there. Never been bored. There...

I live in Richland MS, just north of Florence MS. I used to have a 56 Victoria back in the day. Had a 292 with a 4 barrel holly. loved that car. Wish I hadn't sold it. I noticed that parts are hard to find now days. Used to be some Obsolete parts stores around, but most have gone out of...

Looking for the best place to buy parts for these old vintage engines. Getting ready to rebuild a stock 239 Y Block engine. Has all original parts. Complete engine with 3 speed std. transmission. Reside in MS and have my own shop. Should appreciate some advise. Jim

Thanks, This should be very helpful. I think I have information I can work with now. Thanks again.

Thanks, KULTULZ. Good info. I will check out that link. Yea, if I went to see the Doc, I would get the same diagnosis.

Thanks. This helps alot. I will look at that bell housing little closer.

According to Mummert's chart, a 55 239 in a pick up truck would be marked EBV, and would have smaller cam beatings and a 14 tooth distributor gear. it would also be produced at the Cleveland plant. The early 239 was produced at the Dearborn plant and has a larger diameter camshaft and has a 13...

Sorry, I meant to type in OHV.

Hello, everyone. Recently, I aquired a 1954 Ford V-8 239, OHC, EBV, with standard 3 speed ******. Have question about the Motor Mounts. This engine supposedly came out of a Ford F100 truck. The engine has the large front motor mount still intact. Also has the transmission support as well...

Thanks, for confirming. I thought I was right, but I have a couple of buddies who didn't believe me, so, I wanted to hear someone else say it.

Thanks, for confirming. I thought I was right, but, have couple of buddies, who didn"t believe me, so, I wanted to hear someone else say it. Thanks for your time. James

Did the early 239 Y Block have 18mm spark plugs, or, 14mm? Heard it both ways. I argue this once a week. Please, someone put this to bed. Thanks. James

You sound down. I think this will cheer you up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56duVYLsd4Q&list=PLhqxwKg6qP0WT6ByJopHZY3747-3jYnNg