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    Speedometer cable only works in reverse

    I have a 57 F100 with a 3 speed transmission. The speedometer cable only spins in reverse. It does not turn as the truck is moving forward. Has anyone ever experienced this problem?
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    1957 Ford F100 Radiator replacement

    The radiator in my 57 F100 is totally shot after 55 years of use so it it time to replace or repair it. My truck is not a show truck so I am not concerned whether the radiator is original looking. I am having problems finding manufacturers that actually make after market radiators to fit this...
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    Do I need to replace Cam Bearings?

    I am rebuilding a 292 Y block and the camshaft in the engine was out of tolerance regarding the lobes so I am replacing it. The new camshaft has the grove instead of the cross drilled holes that was in the engine. The cam bearings in the engine now are in great shape. Can I just use the same...
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    Y Block Identification

    I am getting ready to order rings and bearings for my Y block rebuild and I would like to have confirmation from some engine guys as to what I have here. Head casting numbers ECL 6090 and ECL 6090A These are from a 55 272 from based on information from a previous posting on this site...
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    Removing rear seal block on a 272??

    I am attempting to rebuild a 57 - 272 and I am down to taking the crack out. There is a rear seal block that needs to be removed before I can take the rear main caps off. There appear to be two bolts holding the cap on, but there are no hex heads on the bolts. Is there a special tool needed...
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    Do you need to grind new heads and valves

    I am rebuilding a 272 ford engine. I called a local machine shop and they gave me price of $400 to put in hardened valve seats and grind the valves. I see I can buy new heads for $100 each (plus shipping) and a new set of intake and exhaust valves for $160. So cost wise, it is just about a...
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    272 4 barrel intake Manifold

    I am looking for a good used 4 barrel intake manifold that will fit a 1957 272. Not cracks or stripped out bolt holes please.
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    272 4 barrel intake manifold

    I am restoring a 1957 F100 pickup. I would like to replace the stock 2 barrel intake with a 4 barrel intake manifold. This manifold must be in good condition. No cracks or stripped out bold holes please.
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