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Old Mar 4, 2002 | 09:24 PM
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I just recently bought a 59 F-100 to restore that has the original
223 6 cyl. in it.I need to know if anyone makes performance parts for
this engine.I would like to keep it in the truck it runs good I would
just like to hop it up a little.Any help would be appreciated,Thanks.
 
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Old Mar 4, 2002 | 10:33 PM
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There are things that can be done. I suggest that you go to the Inline Six Bulletin Board and surf the articles. You'll pick up a few ideas there.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2002 | 04:17 PM
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You can use an after market aluminum intake manifold and carb, that would give you a few more horses and performance and header.
 
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Old Mar 5, 2002 | 05:55 PM
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