Hey any ideas on what the easiest engine swap for my 223 inline 6 1958 f100

 

Hi Jose7874

Easiest swap would be a 272/292/312 Y block. Search the forum for more info, it’s a question that’s been asked a few times.

My 59 was factory 223 inline 6. Someone tried to put a 413 Chrysler in there but I pulled it out and dropped in a 272 y block, no hassle. Engine mounts all fit if you get a y block from a 57-60 truck, otherwise any 272/292/312 will work you just need the correct 58-60 truck front engine mount. Will have a few wiring changes and fuel line routing.

Think that’s about it, might of missed something.

 

What goes as far as a transmission

 

Use the original (not sure if you need a v8 bellhousing with hydraulic clutch lugs) if you like or spend some cash- see link about T5 conversions HOME T.

thats about all I know.

 

SBF with AOD just as easy and probably cheaper it's expensive to adapt a auto trans to a Yblock, if that's what you want.

 

Lots of off the shelf conversion parts for both the 302 and the 351W.

 

This is the route I'm going. The added HP, reliability, and MPG all weighed heavy. I like nostalgia, but love saving money.

 

let us know how you get on!