10-09-2016, 09:04 PM | #1 |
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I see a "52 flathead" on CL he says it's a Merc, but gives no other info. He does show a picture with a stamping of 52 in a square and a 2 H next to it. Any Idea about the engine... it's been dissembled I did count 24 studs, and no extended bell-housing thanks |
10-09-2016, 09:10 PM | #2 |
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Re: markings
The markings mean nothing to the public.
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10-09-2016, 10:07 PM | #3 |
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The numbers don't indicate the year.
It's weird because of the head studs installed. It may be a Merc. engine based on the 1CM stamping on the crank. If the carb. and heads are original it's not a 52'.
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10-09-2016, 10:23 PM | #4 |
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51 Merc
Thanks for the info Think I'll take a drive out there and look at it.. $400 is not bad, |
10-09-2016, 10:47 PM | #5 |
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If it's got a good 4" crank, that's worth $200.00 by itself.
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10-09-2016, 10:51 PM | #6 |
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looks like a crack next to the valve http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst...821058390.html |
10-09-2016, 10:54 PM | #7 |
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The tranny will make a good boat anchor!
Good news is that crack is easily repairable with a new seat, new sleeve and pinning the block. |
10-09-2016, 11:22 PM | #8 |
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to tell you the truth I need another project like a need a hole in the head...
but would like to have a Flathead, but If I do go for it, I think the 8cm is the one.. |
10-10-2016, 07:40 AM | #9 |
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Just remember, the heads and intake, as well as all the other bolt on stuff is interchangeable. The big difference between a ford and Merc is the crankshaft. However in this day and age, the block is the most important part of the engine. A good one is worth it's weight in Gold.
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10-10-2016, 11:14 AM | #10 |
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The hogs head on that 4-speed is probably worth $100-$150.
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