Re: Head numbers help
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Originally Posted by Terry,OH
The 36 could have flat top or domed pistons. The 40- indicates the heads are for flat top. The part number suffix "B" indicates the heads are cast iron. The 40- heads were used into 35. There are many different heads used by Ford. Suggest you look in the V8 Club restoration book for 35-36 and it's updates on the club form.
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Yes, many design changes were made in '35 / '36. However, only aluminum heads were installed upon the assembly line.
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Last edited by Kube; 04-05-2026 at 10:53 AM.
Reason: corrected an earlier "duh" moment of mine
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