I recently purchased a 1960 F250 Body and am mounting it onto a 1962 F100 4x4 chassis. I plan on installing a 76 390 with New Process 4-Speed Standard Tranny. Is this a fairly easy swap? The cab mounts and the bed mounts are a little different, but, they look like they are easy to relocate without much trouble. In regards to the motor mounts, is that a good engine year to swap? I am basically looking for the easiest swap, without sacraficing power. A 460 would work evidently, but, I found a good price on the 390. Any help is appreciated.

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Michael

 

Pretty much a bolt in. Use an FT bellhousing, which will allow you to use your stock clutch linkage, and rear motor mount location. Then you'll need a front engine mount crossmember, which lots of people sell. You will have to measure the distance between the crossmember you buy, and your frame rails. I had to notch my frame rails a little, apparently the 4x4 frames are built a little heavier than a 2wd model. Hope this helps, Al

 

Thanks Al. I bought one from Transdapt, which made me go through a local distributor. Should have it soon. Thanks.

 

I too have a 1962 f100 4x4.

if you have extra parts (particularly interior) left when your done, shoot me a message. I'm looking for some dash switches, armrests, etc.

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