Which would you go for?
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Like I said, I'd pass on the performance engine that is being offered. But I'd leave the rig alone and find a tired long block that needs rebuilding and build that one into a performer. That way, the rig stays driveable, you get to dictate the building in terms of parts, machining, and as budgetary considerations allow.
Btw, make sure it's finished before getting hitched. She may end up helping you decide between aluminum cylinder heads versus a new sofa. The end of that story usually doesn't go the right way....
Btw, make sure it's finished before getting hitched. She may end up helping you decide between aluminum cylinder heads versus a new sofa. The end of that story usually doesn't go the right way....
So true. I don't think my offering to turn the old heads into a coffee table for her will go over very well
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Well. Usually I agree with the gentlemen above. But this time I guess I'm going to be the Devil's advocate. I would talk to that machine shop first and find out what's in that engine and how was it built. Find out if it was built with what you would build one with or all wrong. Were they told to build it cheap or with extras? Examples would be k-liners or new valve guides? Standard valve job or three angle? Any port work? What compression ratio will the new pistons give you?
This is what I'm thinking guys. If it was build even close to how this married-to-be gentleman would build his own, $1200.00 is dirt cheap.
This is what I'm thinking guys. If it was build even close to how this married-to-be gentleman would build his own, $1200.00 is dirt cheap.
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I say the 67 also , ask to see paperwork on extra engine and talk to shop then beat him down on price for package if engine is really built and what you want .
both are nice looking trucks !!!
both are nice looking trucks !!!
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Unfortunately I'm going out of town this weekend so I can't go check out my potentially new toys but come Monday, I'll have the cash in hand from my diesel sale, itchin to get the F100 I've always wanted. Either one would be fun to cruise around in!
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It has a '65 grille.
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Let's throw a wrinkle in the sheets here. Say the 66 is only $1300 more than the 67 now (now both at or below budget). Still same thoughts?
I've never personally owned quite this old of a vehicle before. Will the lack of PS and 4-wheel disc brakes be annoying to deal with over time, something I'd want to upgrade?
I've never personally owned quite this old of a vehicle before. Will the lack of PS and 4-wheel disc brakes be annoying to deal with over time, something I'd want to upgrade?
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Let's throw a wrinkle in the sheets here. Say the 66 is only $1300 more than the 67 now (now both at or below budget). Still same thoughts?
I've never personally owned quite this old of a vehicle before. Will the lack of PS and 4-wheel disc brakes be annoying to deal with over time, something I'd want to upgrade?
I've never personally owned quite this old of a vehicle before. Will the lack of PS and 4-wheel disc brakes be annoying to deal with over time, something I'd want to upgrade?
A well-tuned set of drums generally works well unless they're wet or cold. I've got drums on my 73 and tap the pedal to make sure it's there and has some heat on the shoes. When they're wet it's like a running in the rain with an old pair of sneakers. Whoaa!
4-wheel discs aren't necessary.. the fronts do 80 percent of the work anyway.
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Man I've never been so wishy washy on a decision like this! I like the styling of the 66 more but the 67 isn't bad by any means. The upgrades and the 460 may be enough to put it over the top for me, especially given the price difference...