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Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 11-27-2020, 02:05 PM
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Posted By dmsfrr
Re: Front engine mount for 292 Y-block

Yes it's possible many of the T-Bird 292 parts were put on the 239.
The Cleveland cast '54 256 block & heads that were in my '55 had the correct style oil pan, valley pan, timing cover, water pump...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 11-26-2020, 03:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,746
Posted By dmsfrr
Re: Front engine mount for 292 Y-block

You are correct. When the rubber layer fails the damper / weight ring 'walks' toward the rear and hits the bracket.
It could be very entertaining if it happens at speed. :eek:
There are places that...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 11-23-2020, 08:21 PM
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Posted By dmsfrr
Re: Front engine mount for 292 Y-block

If you want to raise the front of the engine after it's installed you may need to slightly loosen the steady-rest rods on the sides of the block.
My '55 Bird also came with with an incorrect engine...
Forum: Late V8 (1954+) 11-23-2020, 07:35 PM
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Posted By dmsfrr
Re: Front engine mount for 292 Y-block

Photo one, the rubber parts for the front mounting pad on the crossmember.
The front mount brackets in photos 2 & 3 are similar but #3 with angled ridges may be more 'correct' for '55/'57 T-Birds. ...
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