V8-60 Fords Little Powerhouse

[Fred A]

Originally Posted by Ol' Ron

Yes, I'd like one too. I know there are at least 3 versions, maybe more the 37 "Tin side" 38/39 and 40. Been avery long time since I had one apart. Only worked on one. Had a 40, which I sold.

I wonder which version that was installed in the '39 Deluxe. Don't dismiss the possible need for the long snout of what we call the '40 engine which would be needed for the crank mounted fan.

I already have my copy of the book. Although my 60 is a service replacement built on the intermediate block, it has all the other '40 features. A modified engine for my Model A would likely be counterproductive because the small engine is pretty weak at lower RPM. Good news on the book: Fred A

[MARVIN, CT]

I put a 60hp in my '52 MGTD a few years ago, with a Mustang t-5 and 3.9 gears in the rear. Goes quite well. Marvin, ct

[aonemarine]

Its been a few months, any update on the book???

[mindox]

I would love to buy one also. Is it mail order, ebay, ?Thanks

[Dana Cote]

Where can i buy this book. i have 2 cars with that motor. 29 roadster and a 29 amilcar french lemans race car. Would love to have more info and parts sources for that cool little motor.
Thanks
Dana

[fordor]

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It was going to be published again,but have not heard anything in at least a year. I'm patiently waiting also.

[JM 35 Sedan]

I'm a bit skeptical about this actually happening. Marty Willim, son of the original author, Rich Willim, was heading up this effort. He posts on one of the Flathead groups on Facebook, and I sent him a message about when this reprint of his Dad's book might go to press. I don't recall his exact response, but it was not too reassuring that this will ever happen.
I do see copies of the original book come up on eBay occasionally. That may be your best source.

[mfirth]

Don't have a 60 & never will, but think they are kool. A cousin had one in an A 2dr sedan with dual carbs & a very lumpy cam in 1959. Some guy guy in a 55 chebby got surprised when it jumped ahead of him at a stop light. I just may buy a copy 4 the fun of it! mike

[Lanny]

I have a friend that has a couple 60's. One is tin sided, the other not.
I hope Marty gets some reprints out on the market. Would like to buy one.






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[Jembow]

My car was one of the first fitted with a 60. It only went into a Model 48 because the Model 62 car wasn't ready yet. It pulls the coupe just fine but because it was the first application they put a ridiculous 4.77 rear end in. I keep wanting to shift into 4th!

I definitely want a copy of the book.

[V860too]

Ol Ron there are 4 versions of the U.S. V860.
Tin Side (actually stainless steel) were casted in 36.
37 Iron Side (casted in 37 and used for 37-38-early 39)
40 Iron Side (casted in 39)
And a 40 service block (looks like a 37 but uses a 40 crank & oil pan)

[Oakhurst]

We are currently rebuilding one at Boghosian's in Fresno, for an old wooden hydroplane. Would love to have the book also.

[russcc]

Has the book been reprinted ?

[Scottm516]

I want a copy; have a V8-60 as well

[V860too]

Originally Posted by Oakhurst

We are currently rebuilding one at Boghosian's in Fresno, for an old wooden hydroplane. Would love to have the book also.

Feel free to msg me.
I am currently going through and cataloging dad's stash of 60 parts.
Being around limited Inboard Hydroplanes my whole life I know lots of guys with parts.

[V860too]

I reached a road block with the reprint. Had the 1st few pages scanned from my book. They looked like scans/photocopies.
Was not happy with the resaults.
Spent $120.00 to get dad's computer fixed with hopes the digital copy would be in there...
NO LUCK
So besides, work, prep'n my old house to sell, family and other life projects I am hunting for the digital copy of the book.
I know my dad. He would have a copy or the or the original somewhere.
I just have to find WHERE.
UNTIL than I made a Facebook Page for the book to help guys with questions.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/718782558288683/

[JM 35 Sedan]

Originally Posted by V860too

I reached a road block with the reprint. Had the 1st few pages scanned from my book. They looked like scans/photocopies.
Was not happy with the resaults.
Spent $120.00 to get dad's computer fixed with hopes the digital copy would be in there...
NO LUCK
So besides, work, prep'n my old house to sell, family and other life projects I am hunting for the digital copy of the book.
I know my dad. He would have a copy or the or the original somewhere.
I just have to find WHERE.
UNTIL than I made a Facebook Page for the book to help guys with questions.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/718782558288683/

Marty, I just sent in an official request to join this group on Facebook, but I believe I have been reading FB posts made by folks who are already members of this group for some time now.

I sure hope you can pull this reprinting effort together in the near future, and make it happen for those who really want a copy of your Dad's book. I'm glad I ordered a copy as soon as they became available, about 12 years ago.

[flatjack9]

Me too.