The Ford Barn

AnthonyG · 05-30-2013, 12:19 PM

Any leads on a rebuilt 59ba engine?

Mike in AZ · 05-30-2013, 12:37 PM

other than epay or craig'slist, nope....here's a link to epay...have no idea about these guys at all....maybe H&H, pretty sure they sell turn key engines.....Mike

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ford-Flathea...tr#ht_70wt_905

Ford Flathead · 05-30-2013, 03:03 PM

I have turn key flatheads www/flatheads-forever.com Let me know if you want a quote.

AnthonyG · 05-30-2013, 05:01 PM

To: Ford Flathead, Yes send quotes to [email protected]. Here's some info, have a very nice stock '35 Tudor which needs an engine. Would like an upgrade from stock. research indicates I want a 59BA with the stroker. Don't need more than 160 to 180 HP nor a lot of chrome as I am trying to keep it looking stock but with some BALL's. But would like to see pricing top to bottom, give me quotes on several from mild and stock looking to more powerful and hot looks. Looking for turn key bolt in. Thx in advance and regards. Tony Galletta

Chris in MA · 05-30-2013, 05:22 PM

Anthony,
I am sure you will hear from others on this, but our inquiring minds want to know, what are your intentions with the car? You dont mention a budget or the current condition of your 35, but getting 160 to 180 HP out of a flathead is going to get expensive, probably very expensive. The 59 was originally 95HP. Plus with that kind of oomph, you will need to consider going to hydraulic brakes, possibly discs, transmission and rear end/ gears.

Take a poke around this site and the HAMB, you will find a TON of info on this topic. I am currently looking for a stock motor for my 40, I have good cores, but I am looking at 3K+ potentially for a stock rebuild...

Regards,
Chris

AnthonyG · 05-30-2013, 06:47 PM

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Hi Chris, I am a novice at trying to keep a stockish vehicle. I am a street rod guy who has built more than a few. This '35 Tudor with no motor came up and is so nice I didn't want to cut it up in a SR project. I do want to keep it and have some fun with it but do need more power than the stock ( 80 HP I believe was stock ). Talked to Gary of Flathead City and his input was 150HP 59BA was easy and the car would handle it. Also said 180 possible in it but a little hairy without the Hyd. Mod on the brakes. Not opposed to that but was going to feel it out. Saw an article which changed the leverage with buyable linkage which supposedly increased the ability of the mechanical brakes to a level close to the Hyd. I have the (original Buy Sheet ) pretty neat, and it indicates 411 gears in rear. I have checked all mechanicals and all seem to be good. If I have to do too much to get the oomph out of it with a Flathead I will probably Street Rod it with a SB Chevy or Ford and go all the way with Discs, 9" ford rear, mustang II front end etc. Pic's in my album, take a look.

Thx for the heads up it is noted and appreciated.
Regards, Tony

oldford2 · 05-30-2013, 08:35 PM

Anthony,

Here is a post you made last week. You got a good response and many leads. You never responded to any of them. Now you are back asking the same stuff. What's going on? These guys are trying to help and it looks like you are just "fishing"

https://fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=107421

cmbrucew · 05-30-2013, 08:59 PM

Tudor Tony

You have a beautiful car.
You do what it takes to enjoy it to the fullest.
Bruce

Works good
Lasts long time

Bassman/NZ · 05-30-2013, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldford2

Anthony,

Here is a post you made last week. You got a good response and many leads. You never responded to any of them. Now you are back asking the same stuff. What's going on? These guys are trying to help and it looks like you are just "fishing"

https://fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=107421

I'm with oldford2.... you dont seem to know what you want. First it's a stocker, then it's a stroker, then it's 180hp.... all in the same paragraph.

AnthonyG · 05-31-2013, 10:09 AM

Oldford2, why are you so angry? I new at this so excuse me. I am researching and learning the best move to make. Original post was need engine, now defined to 59ba as I learn. I'll pull the trigger when I know it's right. If you don't like my posts don't read em.

Mike in AZ · 05-31-2013, 10:54 AM

guess you better figure on changing the transmission and the gears in the rear, if 4.11....later '39 transmission would work, and more streetable gears would be needed if you wanted to drive highway, etc. without screaming the engine....good luck....maybe find someone with engine like you're looking for in his/her car and drive it to see if that is what you're looking for in ooomph.....should be someone close by on the 'Barn....that way you'll know whether your plans have merit and you won't spend the money, then be disappointed with the performance....Mike

AnthonyG · 05-31-2013, 11:09 AM

Good idea Mike, thx

AnthonyG · 05-31-2013, 02:05 PM

Hey Bassman / NZ, what are you the posting police? This goes for you and your buddy Oldford2 you must share 1 brain.
Why are you so angry? I'm new at this so excuse me. I am researching and learning the best move to make. Original post was need engine, now defined to 59ba as I learn. I'll pull the trigger when I know it's right. If you don't like my posts don't read them.
PS my responses sent privately so 8-balls like you don't see them

Mart · 05-31-2013, 02:14 PM

Ok, lets not get into a slanging match.

Just if it helps when you are asking people, you are looking for a 59A type motor, not a 59ba motor, I think you may have got mixed up with the later 8BA. The 59A is also sometimes called 59AB.

Mart.

Tim Ayers · 05-31-2013, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnthonyG

Hey Bassman / NZ, what are you the posting police? This goes for you and your buddy Oldford2 you must share 1 brain.
Why are you so angry? I'm new at this so excuse me. I am researching and learning the best move to make. Original post was need engine, now defined to 59ba as I learn. I'll pull the trigger when I know it's right. If you don't like my posts don't read them.
PS my responses sent privately so 8-balls like you don't see them

Dude, back it down a notch. You want to sling crap, do it off line.

Now, good luck with your rebuild or finding a turn key engine.

AnthonyG · 05-31-2013, 02:26 PM

Mart, I admit I need all the help I can get as I've been a Street Rod and a Muscle Car guy til this '35 Tudor came along. Not sure why those two had to be nasty? Anyway site has been very helpful, I did find a good engine and good radiator.
Kind regards,

Bassman/NZ · 05-31-2013, 03:06 PM

AnthonyG.... my post and Oldford2's post were not nasty. I merely stated you do not seem to know what you want. How is that nasty? If you want to see nasty, go hang on the Hamb for a while.... those guys can get nasty if the occassion arises.
A tip for you, if you dont already know. The internet is a place where emotions, sentiments and ideas do not always get transmitted or interpreted in the way they were intended. It's the nature of the quick reply forums. Develop a thick skin, dont take everything at face value. Then you will start getting a lot of extremely valueable help and information.
Now, that wasn't nasty, was it?

52merc · 05-31-2013, 03:31 PM

way to go marty

Blase · 06-01-2013, 06:48 AM

do you mean 59ab if so I make have one for $5,000

AnthonyG · 06-01-2013, 06:57 AM

To all, the helps been great, Thx. I have secured an engine. Not sure how to end the thread but this is my shot at it. Hope all goes well with the one I bought, It's out of a '39, not exactly what I wanted but close. Rebuilt a few years ago and running fine.

Thx again for all the info.

05-30-2013, 12:19 PM	#1
AnthonyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pa. Posts: 2,167	need rebuilt 59ba Any leads on a rebuilt 59ba engine? __________________ Nomad

05-30-2013, 12:37 PM	#2
Mike in AZ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Waddell, AZ Posts: 2,540	Re: need rebuilt 59ba other than epay or craig'slist, nope....here's a link to epay...have no idea about these guys at all....maybe H&H, pretty sure they sell turn key engines.....Mike http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ford-Flathea...tr#ht_70wt_905

05-30-2013, 03:03 PM	#3
Ford Flathead Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: La Crescenta, CA Posts: 92	Re: need rebuilt 59ba I have turn key flatheads www/flatheads-forever.com Let me know if you want a quote.

05-30-2013, 05:01 PM	#4
AnthonyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pa. Posts: 2,167	Re: need rebuilt 59ba To: Ford Flathead, Yes send quotes to [email protected]. Here's some info, have a very nice stock '35 Tudor which needs an engine. Would like an upgrade from stock. research indicates I want a 59BA with the stroker. Don't need more than 160 to 180 HP nor a lot of chrome as I am trying to keep it looking stock but with some BALL's. But would like to see pricing top to bottom, give me quotes on several from mild and stock looking to more powerful and hot looks. Looking for turn key bolt in. Thx in advance and regards. Tony Galletta __________________ Nomad

05-30-2013, 05:22 PM	#5
Chris in MA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Newburyport, MA Posts: 123	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Anthony, I am sure you will hear from others on this, but our inquiring minds want to know, what are your intentions with the car? You dont mention a budget or the current condition of your 35, but getting 160 to 180 HP out of a flathead is going to get expensive, probably very expensive. The 59 was originally 95HP. Plus with that kind of oomph, you will need to consider going to hydraulic brakes, possibly discs, transmission and rear end/ gears. Take a poke around this site and the HAMB, you will find a TON of info on this topic. I am currently looking for a stock motor for my 40, I have good cores, but I am looking at 3K+ potentially for a stock rebuild... Regards, Chris

05-30-2013, 06:47 PM	#6
AnthonyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pa. Posts: 2,167	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Hi Chris, I am a novice at trying to keep a stockish vehicle. I am a street rod guy who has built more than a few. This '35 Tudor with no motor came up and is so nice I didn't want to cut it up in a SR project. I do want to keep it and have some fun with it but do need more power than the stock ( 80 HP I believe was stock ). Talked to Gary of Flathead City and his input was 150HP 59BA was easy and the car would handle it. Also said 180 possible in it but a little hairy without the Hyd. Mod on the brakes. Not opposed to that but was going to feel it out. Saw an article which changed the leverage with buyable linkage which supposedly increased the ability of the mechanical brakes to a level close to the Hyd. I have the (original Buy Sheet ) pretty neat, and it indicates 411 gears in rear. I have checked all mechanicals and all seem to be good. If I have to do too much to get the oomph out of it with a Flathead I will probably Street Rod it with a SB Chevy or Ford and go all the way with Discs, 9" ford rear, mustang II front end etc. Pic's in my album, take a look. Thx for the heads up it is noted and appreciated. Regards, Tony __________________ Nomad

05-30-2013, 08:35 PM	#7
oldford2 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: pittsfield, MA Posts: 2,086	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Anthony, Here is a post you made last week. You got a good response and many leads. You never responded to any of them. Now you are back asking the same stuff. What's going on? These guys are trying to help and it looks like you are just "fishing" https://fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=107421

05-30-2013, 08:59 PM	#8
cmbrucew Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: North of sandy ago, CA. Posts: 2,064	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Tudor Tony You have a beautiful car. You do what it takes to enjoy it to the fullest. Bruce Works good Lasts long time

05-31-2013, 10:09 AM	#10
AnthonyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pa. Posts: 2,167	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Oldford2, why are you so angry? I new at this so excuse me. I am researching and learning the best move to make. Original post was need engine, now defined to 59ba as I learn. I'll pull the trigger when I know it's right. If you don't like my posts don't read em. __________________ Nomad

05-31-2013, 10:54 AM	#11
Mike in AZ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Waddell, AZ Posts: 2,540	Re: need rebuilt 59ba guess you better figure on changing the transmission and the gears in the rear, if 4.11....later '39 transmission would work, and more streetable gears would be needed if you wanted to drive highway, etc. without screaming the engine....good luck....maybe find someone with engine like you're looking for in his/her car and drive it to see if that is what you're looking for in ooomph.....should be someone close by on the 'Barn....that way you'll know whether your plans have merit and you won't spend the money, then be disappointed with the performance....Mike

05-31-2013, 11:09 AM	#12
AnthonyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pa. Posts: 2,167	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Good idea Mike, thx __________________ Nomad

05-31-2013, 02:05 PM	#13
AnthonyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pa. Posts: 2,167	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Hey Bassman / NZ, what are you the posting police? This goes for you and your buddy Oldford2 you must share 1 brain. Why are you so angry? I'm new at this so excuse me. I am researching and learning the best move to make. Original post was need engine, now defined to 59ba as I learn. I'll pull the trigger when I know it's right. If you don't like my posts don't read them. PS my responses sent privately so 8-balls like you don't see them __________________ Nomad

05-31-2013, 02:14 PM	#14
Mart Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Solihull, England. Posts: 8,749	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Ok, lets not get into a slanging match. Just if it helps when you are asking people, you are looking for a 59A type motor, not a 59ba motor, I think you may have got mixed up with the later 8BA. The 59A is also sometimes called 59AB. Mart.

05-31-2013, 02:26 PM	#16
AnthonyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pa. Posts: 2,167	Re: need rebuilt 59ba Mart, I admit I need all the help I can get as I've been a Street Rod and a Muscle Car guy til this '35 Tudor came along. Not sure why those two had to be nasty? Anyway site has been very helpful, I did find a good engine and good radiator. Kind regards, __________________ Nomad

05-31-2013, 03:06 PM	#17
Bassman/NZ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Napier, New Zealand Posts: 2,001	Re: need rebuilt 59ba AnthonyG.... my post and Oldford2's post were not nasty. I merely stated you do not seem to know what you want. How is that nasty? If you want to see nasty, go hang on the Hamb for a while.... those guys can get nasty if the occassion arises. A tip for you, if you dont already know. The internet is a place where emotions, sentiments and ideas do not always get transmitted or interpreted in the way they were intended. It's the nature of the quick reply forums. Develop a thick skin, dont take everything at face value. Then you will start getting a lot of extremely valueable help and information. Now, that wasn't nasty, was it?

05-31-2013, 03:31 PM	#18
52merc Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: new zealand Posts: 1,054	Re: need rebuilt 59ba way to go marty __________________ trev,, whats life "TOUGH" whats tough ' LIFE"

06-01-2013, 06:48 AM	#19
Blase Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Woodbury Ct. Posts: 287	Re: need rebuilt 59ba do you mean 59ab if so I make have one for $5,000

06-01-2013, 06:57 AM	#20
AnthonyG Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Pa. Posts: 2,167	Re: need rebuilt 59ba To all, the helps been great, Thx. I have secured an engine. Not sure how to end the thread but this is my shot at it. Hope all goes well with the one I bought, It's out of a '39, not exactly what I wanted but close. Rebuilt a few years ago and running fine. Thx again for all the info. __________________ Nomad