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hello guys, i'm new to this blog but have been on the 51 fourm. i just started 0n a 67 and would like to stay as original as possible. it has the 240 with 3on the tree, short w/b, lunar green ext. same on dash and int. except the steering coulum and steering wheel that are a darker green. was this original? also does anyone know the original engine colors? block,valve cover ect. i'm still in the body work stage,engine rebuild ect. look forward to any help i can get.
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I dunno exactly what is correct but the darker Ford blue didn't come online until 66 or 67. Below are some pics for inspiration.
A couple of notes:
1. The fan spacer should be cast aluminum
2. The coil should be black with a mustard yellow top
3. The distributor cap should be black.
4. Of course that's not the period correct air cleaner. A period-correct and good looking aftermarket one is a 14-inch open element (ala Mustang "Hi-Po") with a 3-inch tall element. Get one from Mustangs Plus for $22 but it comes with a 2-inch tall element.
Lemme know if you need more pics... I have taken many for reference.
A couple of notes:
1. The fan spacer should be cast aluminum
2. The coil should be black with a mustard yellow top
3. The distributor cap should be black.
4. Of course that's not the period correct air cleaner. A period-correct and good looking aftermarket one is a 14-inch open element (ala Mustang "Hi-Po") with a 3-inch tall element. Get one from Mustangs Plus for $22 but it comes with a 2-inch tall element.
Lemme know if you need more pics... I have taken many for reference.
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Does your 240 have a 1 bbl carb or 2 bbl carb? And do you mean a paper element to replace the hay and oil but retain the oil bath housing?
FYI: A 2 bbl carb has a 5.125-inch neck and can use any ol' 4bbl air cleaner housing. Mustangs Plus carries a "Hi-Po" looking air cleaner housing for 1 bbl carbs. Here is the link: Mustang Parts from Mustangs Plus :: Engine :: Air Cleaners :: 1965-73 6-Cyl. Hi-Po Air Cleaner
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I know of no drop-in conversion. Yer gonna have to start cutting and then measure up for a paper element. Here's a thread and a link to illustrate:
Thread: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...onversion.html
Link: Flathead V8: How to convert an oil bath filter to paper element .: Articles
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