1972 Highboy Build Progress
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Had some time to work on the truck. I have the passenger haed ready to bolt down tonight. Will put both heads on tonight and the intake. Is the valley pan ok to leave out? Any tips on things I should check while the engine is this far down? Thanks!
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I hope this will fix the coolant in the oil issue.
Thought I would remind you guys, this truck was my grandfathers. He is 2nd from the left. This was a huntinhg trip back in 72 or 73. I'll need to look at the back of photo later.
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I read where the bolts need RTV sealer on them because of the water ports being close to the head bolts. So it has new head gaskets but I used the old bolts. I read on a thread that it's a good idea to use new head bolts in general. Thoughts?
Also, do I put the sealer on the entire bolts for the intake? I did on the head bolts.
Thanks for the help!
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Amm looks like the intake manifold water thermostat by pass hose nipple needs a fixing.
I've seen a brass nipple was threaded in it's place.
Edelbrock should sell them.
I also have seen them for sale on ebay.
Orich
I've seen a brass nipple was threaded in it's place.
Edelbrock should sell them.
I also have seen them for sale on ebay.
Orich
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Hey guys. Look at the pics I will post shortly. On the intake, the passenger side is higher than the other 3 sides. The other 3 sides seem fine but that back side by the fire wall on the passenger side is just a fraction higher. Did I do something wrong or is that within tolerance specs?
Thanks for looking at the pics and chime in. - Shawn
Thanks for looking at the pics and chime in. - Shawn
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This is the side that is slighly higher.
Diff view same side
This is the drivers side to show where I will trim that little edge off. But there is no edge on the bacck side passenger side.
This is the drivers side as well. To show that edge I will trim tomorroe. So all 3 other sides need just a slight trim and all good.
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Also, please take a look at the other pics and let me know what you think. - Thxs my Ford enthusiast friend!
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I think that "ORICH" was talking about the shorted nipple that is just to the right of the themostat opening. It's too short! You will not be able to attach the short piece of hose that comes from the back of the water pump. As far as the head height difference, I'm sorry, I don't know for certain. If I had to guess, I would think it would be OK, but lets hear from some of the guys that have actually rebuilt an FE engine! By-Pass Tube: NAPA # 660-1580. This is the thermostat bypass tube that press fits into the front of the intake manifold. The Ford number was C5AZ8555A. Replaced by C5AZ8555B then discontinued. Was universal 5/8" diameter. And "cut to fit".
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No not the heater hose 90* nipple.
Well looking from my old tired eyes the by pass hose which is the short 3'' long that goes from intake manifold to water pump.
Maybe it's blue paint inside that makes it look rusted tend tip..
Orich
Well looking from my old tired eyes the by pass hose which is the short 3'' long that goes from intake manifold to water pump.
Maybe it's blue paint inside that makes it look rusted tend tip..
Orich
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My son is in town this week and he has been helping me a well. It has been great to get back on the project. Just hoping I have fixed the coolant in the oil issue. We landed the intake manifold last night about 8pm. It says to wait 24 hours to cure. Our next step, drop the other items on the engine and have it ready to fire late tonight or tomorrow AM.
Appreciate you guys!
