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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 06:27 PM
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Ok need some opinions on a engine. I have a '64 F100 with a 223 w/ 3spd. I want to put in a automatic for ease of drivability. I am looking forsomething with enough gurth to pull my car trailer with my '66 F100 on it. So im leaning towards either a 300 ci or 302 ci both probably with a C6 or C4. BUT...............I must ad that this truck will be my daily driver and drive almost 80 miles to work everyday. Plus what could I do to beef up the rear springs to handle the weight of my car trailer and truck. Any opinions would be greatly appreciated.
 
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Originally Posted by Voodoo66
Ok need some opinions on a engine. I have a '64 F100 with a 223 w/ 3spd. I want to put in a automatic for ease of drivability. I am looking forsomething with enough gurth to pull my car trailer with my '66 F100 on it. So im leaning towards either a 300 ci or 302 ci both probably with a C6 or C4. BUT...............I must ad that this truck will be my daily driver and drive almost 80 miles to work everyday. Plus what could I do to beef up the rear springs to handle the weight of my car trailer and truck. Any opinions would be greatly appreciated.
I would think the 300 six with a C-6 would be the best route. The 300 six has lots of low end power which for towing is exactly what you want and they get pretty good mileage. Plus the C-6 is a very reliable automatic transmission. I have one behind my 360 V-8 and have put it through its paces. So IMHO you can't go wrong with that combination. If you are interested you might consider finding a newer fuel injected 300 six out of a donor truck to improve on drivability and fuel mileage, its just a thought.

Jeff
 
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