aemoo28
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Anyone have a 289 to sell? Anyone? Apparently I need a new/rebuilt engine for my CS.
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I dunno what happened. Given the condition of everything pullled out, Mike says the engine is iffy.
The cylinder heads were NOT cracked; the machinist found they've already been badly and incorrectly rebuilt- hence the issues. Large amount of $ to disassemble and re-build them.
Later when the rain subsides I'll run to the garage to look at the engine #. If it matches I will take the time & effort to tackle this engine. If not, I'll get another one. Am considering a bigger one... funny how you say 390... Keep it original or add power? You'll NEVER KNOW!!!
If not, I'll get another one. Am considering a bigger one... funny how you say 390... Keep it original or add power? You'll NEVER KNOW!!!
What I'd like to do for Amy is find her a new Ford 302 (or Ford remanufactured) long block with a warranty. Basically, a Ford dealer crate engine (carb, not F.I.). I just don't trust that whole 289 in there, based on "the other things about that car". She needs a reliable engine to drive the car, and not have to worry or second-guess what's going on.
I have a good contact at a Ford dealership for a good price for one, but if anyone else out there can find better pricing, please let us know.
The other question is mating the older timing cover and brackets to a contemporary long block. Doesn't Cal Pony Cars make a timing cover that crosses new to old?
If anyone has such a setup in their CS, we'd like to hear from you.
I appreciate the ideas and solutions...but I think for her right, now, a turnkey solution is best. She can still hold on to the old stuff, sell it, look for a dated block, etc.
This car will be a driver for now...and, so, the matching numbers is kind of a moot point, practically speaking.
Thanks for all your help and ideas...
Paul N.
p.s. anyone know of a magazine article that walks you through dropping a new 302 into an older Mustang? Arlie? thanks..