Notices
1948 - 1956 F1, F100 & Larger F-Series Trucks Discuss the Fat Fendered and Classic Ford Trucks

Pleasantly surprised.

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old May 12, 2020 | 09:12 AM
  #1  
MannyC750's Avatar
MannyC750
Thread Starter
|
Tuned
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 396
Likes: 66
Pleasantly surprised.

This morning while flipping pancake size hunks of dirt and grease off the Ford, I found lots of colors. Green, yellow, and reddish orange. I think the value covers were plain silver.
I should have been doing this crap years ago!
 
Reply
Old May 12, 2020 | 09:20 AM
  #2  
56panelford's Avatar
56panelford
FTE Legend
20 Year Member
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 283,913
Likes: 8,369
From: northwestern Ontario
Your engine is the same color as the 223 in my 56 M350


 
Reply
Old May 12, 2020 | 10:13 AM
  #3  
MannyC750's Avatar
MannyC750
Thread Starter
|
Tuned
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 396
Likes: 66
Originally Posted by 56panelford
Your engine is the same color as the 223 in my 56 M350

I'm a novice here. So, my idea was to clean off all the loose stuff and then soak it down with degreaser, rinse afterwards. Any thoughts?
 
Reply
Old May 12, 2020 | 01:22 PM
  #4  
56panelford's Avatar
56panelford
FTE Legend
20 Year Member
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 283,913
Likes: 8,369
From: northwestern Ontario
I have no intentions of using this motor but was going to pressure wash it before removing it and maybe sometime in the future see if I can get it running. I would think if you scrubbed it well with de-greaser and a 3M scotch bright pad that you could paint over that..
 
Reply
Old May 12, 2020 | 01:39 PM
  #5  
MannyC750's Avatar
MannyC750
Thread Starter
|
Tuned
Joined: Aug 2019
Posts: 396
Likes: 66
Thanks! I'll try that.
 
Reply
Old May 13, 2020 | 12:51 PM
  #6  
bjmayberry2's Avatar
bjmayberry2
Lead Driver
Veteran: National Guard
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Liked
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 9,737
Likes: 823
From: Wentzville, MO
Club FTE Gold Member
I am very unhappy with my paint job on my newly assembled engine. Well it was newly assembled. I power washed it and then painted it with Daytona Yellow (similar to original truck Y Blocks but slightly brighter). Not sure if it wasn’t clean enough or what but in several places the paint has come off. Of course it didn’t do it any good sitting out in the weather for a year and a half at the bodyshop. I think a good scotch padding using primer may have provided a better adhesion.




Near the front damper

By the oil pump

Timing chain cover
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
-Jim G
1948 - 1956 F1, F100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
18
Jun 23, 2022 12:24 PM
afonda
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
1
May 9, 2020 02:29 AM
LARIAT 85
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
14
Dec 22, 2015 06:50 PM
masterbeavis
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
34
Oct 9, 2011 03:53 AM
Aaron-71
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
16
Nov 11, 2010 03:54 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:15 PM.

story-0
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-2
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-3
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-4
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-7
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-8
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-9
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE