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pre61-list-digest Monday, August 2 1999 Volume 03 : Number 218



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In this issue:

FTE Pre61 - 390 pinging after 55mph
FTE Pre61 - Re: Headers 292
FTE Pre61 - Maverick Rear end
FTE Pre61 - F4 Tubeless Wheels
FTE Pre61 - Re:Headers on 292 V8
FTE Pre61 - Re: Second time around
Re: FTE Pre61 - Re: Second time around
FTE Pre61 - 53 F-100 Panel for sale

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Date: Sat, 31 Jul 1999 23:12:49 -0700
From: Tulio
Subject: FTE Pre61 - 390 pinging after 55mph

I believe it is a FE '64 block with '68 Automobile heads on it and
4bbl. No EGR on this unit.

> I missed what year your 390 was, and I am not sure
> that the 390 ever had them, but light throttle pinging
> is a symptom of a EGR valve stuck closed.
>
> Dan Lee
> '53 F100
> 351C-4V

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Tulio Solorzano
'60 F-100 Custom Cab
'79 HD Sportster

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Date: Sun, 1 Aug 1999 10:43:23 EDT
From: STUDJAMES aol.com
Subject: FTE Pre61 - Re: Headers 292

Steve,
I bought a set from Mid-Fifties and I know RedsHeaders also has them. I felt
a difference and really glad I went that route. ALso makes the engine bay
area more "performance appealing" which for a small block I liked.
Good Luck
Jim 54 F100


Can anyone tell me of a good source for headers for the 292? Is this a
worthwhile addition ie. significant, noticeable, horsepower increase? Any
suggestions?
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Date: Sun, 01 Aug 1999 08:56:37 -0700
From: Mel
Subject: FTE Pre61 - Maverick Rear end

Hi all, judging from the lack of response about my putting a 3.50
1970's Maverick rear end on my 53 F-100 not too many people have tried
it. I was told it bolts right up and is very cheap if you don't need
the strength. I will check out a couple of yards and let you all know
what I find out.
Mel
53 Effie
34 5w
34 Roadster
70 El Camino
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Date: Sun, 01 Aug 1999 10:25:09 -0700
From: "R. R. Gehres"
Subject: FTE Pre61 - F4 Tubeless Wheels

I recently saw an F4 (1949) at the Monroe, Washington, swap meet. It
had tubeless 19 inch steel wheels on the original hub bolt pattern. One
fellow with the truck stated that he thought the wheels came from an
"early motor home". He didn't know what year or make other than that it
was a Ford chassis. Does anyone know about these wheels and IF they are
still available new. Sure looked good on that very nicely done F4, and
also got around the safety issue of the original split rims. Are 19
inch tires easily available? Seems like I have seen some around.

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Date: Sun, 1 Aug 1999 14:13:03 -0700 (PDT)
From: Dan Lee
Subject: FTE Pre61 - Re:Headers on 292 V8

Steve,

Try Sanderson 800-669-2430 for 'Y' block headers.
Headers are a good performance upgrade for any engine.
Street Rodder Mag. has been running a series of
articles called "Why not a 'Y' block." I have been
following it because I built a couple of them when
they were the only Ford OHV V8's. Today I wouldn't put
good money into one, not because they are bad but
because there are better choices. However if you are
into nostalgia and isn't everyone on this list, go for
it.

Dan Lee
'53 F100
351C-4V


> Can anyone tell me of a good source for headers for
> the 292? Is this a
> worthwhile addition ie. significant, noticeable,
> horsepower increase? Any
> suggestions?
>
> Steve

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Do You Yahoo!?

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Date: Sun, 1 Aug 1999 17:40:57 EDT
From: TNickolson aol.com
Subject: FTE Pre61 - Re: Second time around

Please allow a FTE brag. I entered "The General" in a second car and truck
show. I am pleased to announce the "He" took first place in the Fat Fender
Pickup class. The meet was Hot Rod Sunday, at Moroso Motorsports Park. Not
bad two shows, two-first place trophies.


Tom Nickolson
The General
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Date: Sun, 1 Aug 1999 15:34:17 -0700
From: "shawn"
Subject: Re: FTE Pre61 - Re: Second time around

Is there any pictures we can see?

> Please allow a FTE brag. I entered "The General" in a second car and truck
> show. I am pleased to announce the "He" took first place in the Fat Fender
> Pickup class. The meet was Hot Rod Sunday, at Moroso Motorsports Park. Not
> bad two shows, two-first place trophies.
>
>
> Tom Nickolson
> The General
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Date: Wed, 14 Jul 1999 03:48:39 EST
From: "James H. Boyd"
Subject: FTE Pre61 - 53 F-100 Panel for sale

Hi folks!

Back from lurking in the background (and moving from Atlanta!).
Just setteled into Raleigh and finally got my garage set to receive the
53' panel that I've sent off to the bodyman for restoration. While
reading the July 25 Raleigh News and Observer, I found the following ad
under Autos, Classic and Specialty:

FORD F-100 '53, Panel Truck,
red Offenhauser equipped flat-
head V-8, restored to original.

The price and the gentleman's phone number are in the ad,
but I think that I should show a little discresion and ask that
if any one is interested to drop me a line directly and I'll forward
both along.

I called and spoke to the man. He seemed to be a very nice guy.
He's had the truck as long as he's been married!
(about 20 years I think he said).
He also said that there are several other parts and such laying around
the garage he needed to get rid of and would call me when they came
available. I'll keep you'all posted.

Another truck that he mentioned needing to part with was a late model
Lightning pickup, but he didn't mention the year. If I find out any more,
I'll let you'all know.

Later!

Jay Boyd
53 F-100 Panel
Hot Rod Flathead


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