Why no Ford flat 4 and 6 sections?

[LazarusLong]

Originally Posted by mustang8

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!

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.