Re: I'd like to start a new thread on the components used in building a flathad
I have been involved with cars for more than 40 years but I am fairly new to Ford Flatheads. I do have a Pontiac Straight 8 flathead in my Woodie, but it is very different from the Ford.
After doing research for the past 2 months, I am going to have a 59a built for my newly acquired very original and unrestored 40 Ford Convertible. This car has not been driven since 1973
Specs for the engine currently, however I would appreciate comments
59a block, 3 5/16 bore
4 1/8 inch stroke Scat Crank
Ford 7 inch French Rods
Isky Max 1 or Isky 77b reground cam
Edmunds 2 carb intake
Two 97 Carbs, I intend to send them to Uncle Max
Chevy 1.5 Manley Valves
Ross Pistons
Edelbrock Block Letter Heads (65 or 74 cc) Input appreciated, is 9:1 or 8:1 preferred?
Amateur port and relieving the block (Will do this myself)
Melling M19 oil pump
Partial flow oil filter
Stromberg e fire distributor
powermaster 12V alternator (Will be mounted front and center)
powermaster starter
Acid dip, paint interior, and pressure seal block
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