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09-08-2007 #1
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Fastlane Fairlane
Time to put some power into my '70 Ford Fairlane.
The original engine wasn't too bad, except is was SLOW (17.64 at 77 mph.. lol)
And the oil leaks kept getting worse and worse. At idle the oil light would come on. Is that bad?
I can't stand oil leaks so it was time for action..
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Best Of Show then spent 4 days scraping the engine bay, degreesing it and then we sprayed it low gloss black. The underside of the whole car was scraped clean (we found zero rust) then coated in black undercoat. With the new rear, alum driveshaft and new tranny it should look very sanitary when done.
The car is a driver, not a show car but it will still be pretty nice with an old school vibe.
After I run 11.80s a couple of times I might put in a TKO600 and AC system. Maybe a trip to Chris Alson for some Total Control stuff.
Then I will sell her and start the next project, trying to figure out what that might be. 70 Monte Carlo? :shrug:
Anyways, I post progress pics as I go. The full story will be covered in PHR.
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09-08-2007 #2
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looking good Steve..that is a cool car all around..a monte would be cool..not seen one of them done up right ..!!!
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maybe he can do a monte too!!
Originally Posted by dropit69
6 seconds faster, that will be some ride! Are you going to run your camaro too?
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[quote=Steve1968LS2] At idle the oil light would come on. Is that bad?[quote]
Not for a Ford!! Cant wait to see the results of the swap.1968 F100 sb full vic chassis swap
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Do you have any pics of the motorless engine bay after it was redone? I am sure it is worth seeing.
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I will next week.. We just scubbed it down, cleaned it off and shot it low gloss SEM paint (same as the hood). Nothing super fancy, just clean. Originally Posted by 4MuscleMachines
Do you have any pics of the motorless engine bay after it was redone? I am sure it is worth seeing.
The new engine is the 408 I just built. It put out 550/530 on the engine dyno.
Last edited by Steve1968LS2; 02-01-2008 at 07:57 PM.
"A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for."
1968 Track Rat Camaro:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGHJ5c1yLIo&t=2s
1971 Chevelle Wagon with a few mods:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBVPR3sRgyU
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Yea, once I find some drag tires to borrow Originally Posted by jack67rs
maybe he can do a monte too!! 6 seconds faster, that will be some ride! Are you going to run your camaro too?
"A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for."
1968 Track Rat Camaro:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGHJ5c1yLIo&t=2s
1971 Chevelle Wagon with a few mods:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBVPR3sRgyU
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New engine in place.. now for the hard part.
Last edited by Steve1968LS2; 02-01-2008 at 07:57 PM.
"A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for."
1968 Track Rat Camaro:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGHJ5c1yLIo&t=2s
1971 Chevelle Wagon with a few mods:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBVPR3sRgyU
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Steve,
you might also want to upgrade your brake system to slow that big old thing down!
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I did.. a very simple 4-wheel disc system. I'm a lover of manual brakes ;) Originally Posted by GT500KR_Vert
I may try a power assist system on this car eventually though"A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for."
1968 Track Rat Camaro:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGHJ5c1yLIo&t=2s
1971 Chevelle Wagon with a few mods:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBVPR3sRgyU
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Looking good Steve.
I really like the budget no over the top frills projects that you guys are taking on. I am looking for something like that myself.
I certainly enjoy looking at all the "pretty" parts but I am starting to come to the realization that driving is a lot more fun than cleaning.
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Looks killer Steve!
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Steve, did you do anything with the power steering?
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Nice car! Motor looks good. That thing will twist like my car, time for a cage...
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Ford power steering is hopeless.. that ram-deal is just junk. I put a new one on to stop leaks but it will still be sloopy. Originally Posted by jaybee
Gotta do a rack/pinion conversion I guess... GM is SOOOOO much easier..
Today I got to experience the joys of engine plates and Fords..
"A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for."
1968 Track Rat Camaro:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGHJ5c1yLIo&t=2s
1971 Chevelle Wagon with a few mods:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBVPR3sRgyU
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Looks good Steve - keep up the good work... I love manual brakes too... didnt stop me from putting on a hydroboost on my Charger
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Killer as always Steve.
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Today we installed the March pully system. I would just like to say that the kit lined up perfectly and fit like a glove. Not an easy task on a Ford engine. Nice to have serpentine belts.
We also installed the Hughes trans and a few other things. Just need to install the cooling system, wire up the engine and install the ratchet TCI shifter. Learning a LOT about Fords..."A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for."
1968 Track Rat Camaro:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGHJ5c1yLIo&t=2s
1971 Chevelle Wagon with a few mods:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBVPR3sRgyU
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A good ford tool! Originally Posted by Steve1968LS2
J/K All you ford guys! Had a 68 Mustang fastback one time,there
very fun cars.Sorry that your gonna sell this one Steve,such a
good little cruiser.Nice engine buy the way.Looks very good.
Seen the update on penny...man she is looking slick!
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Looking good Steve I haven't seen you at the torinocobra forum in some time you should stop by and post your updates.
Here's a few pics of My Torino.
Sub frame conectors are in
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