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Opinion.
I’ve been looking for a flathead for my 53 f-100. Well i found this and got really excited but after thinking about it a while I’m not sure i want this for my truck. I was looking to do a more
“original” look for it. What would you guys do? I think it’s an awesome engine just not sure it’s right for me.
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It's beautiful, I love the look but only you can decide if it is what you want or not. I would make it my decision and not be influenced by what others say, it is YOU that will have to live and work on your decision.
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I'm guessing it's also not cheap, lots of bling on it. But it also seems to be a known quantity, i.e., not cracked, already rebuilt (?), and some nice extras. Paired with a T5 or an automatic, it would make a really nice runner. The 2x2 carbs won't do much for economy, if you care.
Do you have the front mount bits?
Do you have the front mount bits?
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Some fellas have all the luck! I never find cool stuff like that...
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A few thoughts about putting a flathead in your truck. You have a Yblock in there now right? I don't think the Yblock bellhousing will bolt up to the back of a flathead, so unless you have a 1953 Ford truck bell housing you will have to get one. The motor mount for the '53 are also specific to that 1 year and engine. And the radiator is also specific to the year and engine. So unless you have these parts already, you will need them to install that beauty.
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Personally, I'd have that in a minute. But then, I've got just enough hot rodder blood in me that I would really enjoy that, and the fact that my ideal build would be more of a shop truck hot rod, so that would fit right in for me. I didn't sound like some radical weird deal that wouldn't be fun to drive, so there's a plus. It should go as good as it shows. You'll have to decide how bad you want to stay stock, vs look totally kickin' at the Dairy Queen. 
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Previous posts by dobenator indicate that whatever was originally in this truck was replaced by a Y block. Or is it a 54 wearing a 53 grill?
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If you like it then get it! 
. That’s what it’s all about. Your taste. I’m hoping to have my truck at a show in the next couple weeks for the first time and I’m sure I’m gonna hear “I don’t like fuel injection on old trucks, I don’t like fiberglass parts, why Chevy taillights on a Ford?” But you know what, it’s what I like so I did it. Do the same and grab that jewel! 
. That’s what it’s all about. Your taste. I’m hoping to have my truck at a show in the next couple weeks for the first time and I’m sure I’m gonna hear “I don’t like fuel injection on old trucks, I don’t like fiberglass parts, why Chevy taillights on a Ford?” But you know what, it’s what I like so I did it. Do the same and grab that jewel!