Originally Posted by Mike B (Post 1066073)

Well, the forum is called "Early V8", that said, anyone with a '32 to 53? Ford is welcome.

Originally Posted by alanwoodieman (Post 1066103)

I have a 4 banger in a 41 1/2 ton truck , in addition I also have three other V8's. The look of the truck draws a lot of people and when they look under the hood even more stares!!

Originally Posted by amodel25 (Post 1066119)

Have a slightly modified 6 in my '51 and building a second one for a '49 coupe

Originally Posted by Scott H in Wheaton (Post 1066121)

To me a flat four is a volkswagen pancake engine

Originally Posted by Scott H in Wheaton (Post 1066121)

To me a flat four is a volkswagen pancake engine

Originally Posted by LazarusLong (Post 1066132)

I'm planning on dual carbs,split exhaust,and a finned aluminum head (if I can find one) for my car,too.

I'm also going to install a dual-outlet master cylinder under the floor for safety reasons,and use 45-50 taillights and eliminate the ugly (in my mind) chrome taillight extensions on both sides of the rear.

Other than those modifications along with skinny radial tires,I plan on keeping it stock.

Originally Posted by DD931 (Post 1066145)

It seems we are just in line with the Early Ford V8 Club, who recognizes anything Ford made from '32 through '53. Ford, Mercury, Lincoln. V-12, V-8, I-6 and 4 (Model B and later). I like it this way. ...

Originally Posted by LazarusLong (Post 1066134)

Originally Posted by flatford8 (Post 1066155)

I like what your planning.... Is it in that coupe?...MARK

Originally Posted by BILL WZOREK (Post 1066184)

Kick off the Bold Capital letters & larger size :eek: it makes people think you are MAD !!!

Originally Posted by DD931 (Post 1066145)

It seems we are just in line with the Early Ford V8 Club, who recognizes anything Ford made from '32 through '53. Ford, Mercury, Lincoln. V-12, V-8, I-6 and 4 (Model B and later). I like it this way. I have a six, but enjoy the broader discussions. The cars are the same, just the engines are different!! Besides, maybe I'll come across a V-8 that follows me home!!

Originally Posted by done4 (Post 1066153)

Off base bud, I have both and I prefer the 4 banger. To me if it's an early Ford engine it has a home here.

Originally Posted by mustang8 (Post 1066362)

Wow and to think the flathead 8ba's are only 100. Might as well hop up a 6 for the money difference!

Originally Posted by amodel25 (Post 1066413)

Speed equipment is kind of hard to find and pricey when you do but its fun to see peoples faces when they look under the hood expecting a V8 or a small block Chevy or Ford.

I have a 1950 issue of Mechanix Illustrated where Tom McCahill is comparing a 1950 Ford 6 to a V8. The six will outrun the V8 up to the last 200 feet of a quarter mile.

Originally Posted by mustang8 (Post 1066387)

I had one in my old 51 pickup but never messed with getting it running. sold it and bought one in way better shape with the v8. However im going to be starting a model A rat rod project and have been going back and forth about what motor to put in it. Quite possibly a hopped up I6!

Originally Posted by LazarusLong (Post 1066523)

Good luck finding a car or pu 226. The 25x big truck 6 might be easier to find,but will be more expensive to rebuild,and there will be virtually no speed parts available for it. There are very few available for the 226,and what is available is pretty pricey.

If the flathead 6 doesn't work for you,take a look at the OHV 223 or 300 cubic inch 6's. Lots of stuff available for the 300 and some for the 223 and it's priced pretty reasonable.

Or just go for a Y-Block V-8. Back in the late 50's they were beating SBC's like rented mules. Then Ford pulled out of racing and GM didn't.