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Old Mar 7, 2006 | 08:21 PM
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300 to 351W fly wheel problems

im haveing a serious problem finding a flywheel for this swap. im guessing that ford didnt pair standard transmissions with the 351W, because no one seems to carry the fly wheel's for them in stock. i know i cant use the I6 flywheel because of the balance issues, can i use a 302 flywheel on a 351W? where can i get a flywheel for this engine? also, can i use the same clutch plate that the I6 used? also, there seems to be alot of "teeth" options for the flywheel's, can i use my stock I6 starter with the 351W? or do i gota buy a new starter? what should i do about the teeth?
 
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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 09:10 AM
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what tranny are you bolting this to.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 02:02 PM
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You can use the flywheel for a pre 80 302... same imbalance (28.2 ounces) Lots of 3/4 ton and 1 ton trucks were built with the 351W and T18 or T19 and ZF series 5 speeds, all through the 80s and until 97. The 351W has a 28.2 ounce imbalance for all of its production years, while the 302 switched to a 50 ounce imbalance in 1980. The I6 starter is different than the 302/351W starter. You will probably want to get a new clutch set, I don't think you can use the 300-6 set with the V8, but I am not sure.

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Old Mar 9, 2006 | 07:54 PM
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im not sure what tranny is in my truck, all i know is that its a 4 speed, and it was bolted to an inline six. if i had to guess, id say it was the NP435 but im not sure. ive called all the local junk yards (and some not local ones) and none of them have a flywheel that came off a 351W. does anyone know a part number or something for a cheap aftermarket flywheel for this engine? the flywheel is the only major thing holding me back for this swap
 
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Old Mar 10, 2006 | 02:41 AM
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http://www.summitracing.com

FMS-M-6375-A302

Ford Racing Flywheels
Flywheel, 157-Tooth, 10.50 in. Diameter, Steel, 25.0 lb., External Balance, Ford, 302/ 351W, Each
$204.88


All you've got to do is look around... You might be able to find one at NAPA or Carquest...

EDIT: Also found these:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FORD-...spagenameZWDVW

"SFI APPROVED BILLET FLYWHEEL

BRAND NEW Dynamic Racing Products heavy-duty flywheels are manufactured from high quality 1045 medium carbon Billet Steel.

28oz IMBALANCE

289,302,331,347,351,377,393,408,418

50 oz ALSO AVAILABLE ON EBAY

ITEM WORKS WITH 10 1/2 INCH CLUTCHES

Item fits most 1963 - 1980 FORD cars and trucks

Also fits Stroker Engines and other Ford vehicles with a 10 1/2 inch clutch

The ring gear is made from high manganese carbon steel using CNC machines for accuracy and superior wear resistance.

All heavy-duty flywheels are in compliance with SFI 1.1 specification"


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ford-...spagenameZWDVW
 

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Old Mar 10, 2006 | 08:26 AM
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fylwheels are everywhere for your 351w.you can use a 351m early 302 any small block except late 302.
 
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you cant use a 351m flywheel on a 351w different families.
 
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Old Mar 10, 2006 | 02:17 PM
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how many teeth did the 351w's flywheels come with stock?

ive been looking around online and ive come across 3 sites that are almost identical. http://www.partsandaccessories.com/ and http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/ and http://www.thepartsbin.com/ is this some kind of scam? all 3 of them list the same parts, at the same price and use the same advertisements. i came across a fairly cheap flywheel by "sachs" for 107.70 on their site's and it says free shipping too. has anyone ever dealt with one of these sites before?
 

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Old Mar 13, 2006 | 02:00 AM
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alright, i think i might just try and get a machine shop to put the 28.2oz imbalance on my I6 flywheel. any idea how much this would cost or what would be a "good price" on this job? all they are doing is just drilling a few holes or adding a weight right? so i cant see it costing more than 100 dollars. also, if i just ask for the imbalance to be put on, are they gona know exactly where to put it?
 
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Old Mar 14, 2006 | 02:39 AM
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Your crank has offset bolt holes so it lines up with the counterweight on the harmonic balancer.

I don't know if the 300 uses the same setup as far as bolt hole alignment, as the 302/351W, so you could be in for an expensive learning experience or a real money saver...
 
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