anybody know what about this thing weighs?
my guess is between 4-5,000. maybe even less...... im trying to figure out mt power to weight ratio.

ok i actually found an answer. 4200. im actually suprised at how much i CAN find on this site.

 

and what is the diameter of the headlights? i want to upgrade to some new halogens but i need to know what size they are. 5-3/4" or 7" or maybe something else completely.

 

Walk outside and measure them. If memory serves me correct the small lights are 4 lights system and the large are 2 light system. I would measure to be safe though.

 

i wish i could go measure them, problem is, i have very limited access to it. until i actually get it. its sitting on our other property 100miles away. when i do get to see it i take measurements and write down everything i think i might need to know.
this question arised since then.

 

Next time I am around my truck if you haven't got a confirmed answer I will measure and post. Mine is 50 miles away in a barn. I am doing some mod work to the front bumper and am hoping to put it back on next week.

 

once again im back with more questions,,

how much power does the alternater put out? i know they vary but im just looking for a ballpark guess.

and would the rear window from a 73-79 fit in the 71? id be nice if i could get a slider in there.

and i found a 70 and a 68 in the naborhood so the headlights are 7" and now i can look at a truck to answer some of my ????'s

 

65 amps
I think the 73-79 has a larger rear window. Taller. Not positive on that one though.
They make sliders for bumps. I have one in my truck.

 

darn,, only 65amps huh??? well that adds to my consideration of a HO alt.
yea i see the parts listing for a sliding rear for 73-79 in jcw, one of the problems is these trucks are starting to get too old for many to stock parts. dentsides arnt so bad,,yet. do you know where i can get a sliding rear??

 

LMC Truck Parts - Page 71

 

thanks, i just requested a catalog from them and BOTP so i can stop stumbling around in the dark looking for parts.
thanks again for all the help guys, im learning alot.

 

whats the cfm on the stock 2bbl?
im gonna put on a 600 edelbrock with a performer intake.

 

ok back torwads the beginning of this thread there was the mention of the "3G" alternator swaps. i found that thread the other day but now i cant find it again,, what is it titled exactley.

 

ok,, now that i know alot more about this i can ask a better question..
does the 351C share the same size exhaust as other sbf. or the 400M? or is each engine different?
once again im back on the header trail. i thought the long tubes would fit easily. but i saw the engine bay again and looked closely and now im not sure if the engine mounts will interfere or not.

thanks again guys

 

Depends what is stamped inside the "clockface" on the driver's side of the carb:

0.98 = 190 CFM
1.01 = 240 CFM
1.02 = 245 CFM
1.08 = 287 CFM
1.14 = 300 CFM
1.21 = 351 CFM
1.23 = 356 CFM
1.33 = 424 CFM <!-- / message --><!-- sig -->

Written for the Dents but close enough:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...g-upgrade.html

Yes, dentside rear sliders are taller.

On HP specs, the OEMs changed how engine HP was rated...net vs gross. IIRC, it was in the early 70s. That will likely explain the difference btwn what you found vs what was posted by the number dood.

 

I don't think the C shares any headders or other exhaust parts with the 351m/400 or the Windsors. IF you can find long tubes for the 67-72 pickups with a 351C swap they will fit, same MIGHT go for the 73-79 models since the fram is similar. I would guess if you find them they will cost though.

As for exhaust, 300-350 hp, Dual 2.25" or 2.5" with an H and Hush Thrush Super Turbos should sound decent.

Now, about the "amazing milage" as the truck sits... all the mods unless properly done will probably wind up costing in that department. An HO swap or even a 96-98 Explorer 5.0L (Better heads and the cam is better in a heavy vehicle) would be a far better idea then the Cleavland as was said earlier.

Gear Vendors OD? Take a look into a built AOD or E4OD instead if you want a cheaper option, there is a good electronic controller available for the E4OD as well.