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Old Sep 23, 2010 | 12:51 AM
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Help me decide...

I'm looking at two project trucks. It won't be for full-time driving, but just for a Sunday drive or to occasionally haul something.

Truck #1:
1970 F100 Ranger XLT SWB 360 C6 p/s p/b, original color is green

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Truck #2:
1970 F100 SportCustom SWB 429 C6 p/s p/s a/c (comes with removed original 360), original color is Acapulco blue

Any difference in rarity or value?
 
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Old Sep 23, 2010 | 04:14 AM
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Old Ford trucks are not yet collectors. Check both out for bottom side rust.

Buy the one that speaks to you the loudest.




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Old Sep 23, 2010 | 11:38 AM
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If they are in similar shape, definitely go with the one with more power.
The 429 is an incredible engine.
 
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Old Sep 23, 2010 | 11:47 AM
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Old Ford trucks are not yet collectors. Check both out for bottom side rust.

Buy the one that speaks to you the loudest.




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Ditto what John said. I would probably lean towards the 429 but a few things to consider:

Health of the 429. Rebuilt? When? how many miles on it?

Same with the 360. The upside with the 360 is it is a good build option to a 390.

I have a 428 in my 72. It is a good, strong motor but it was rebuilt quite a few years ago and I don't have all the details on the rebuild so I don't know if I can do it again or if it will make a good anchor.
 
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Old Sep 23, 2010 | 06:59 PM
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Buy em both!!! Then buy a few more!!! Glad I could help.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 12:00 AM
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Appreciate the replies. If both engines (360 and 429) were stock, would there be much difference in fuel consumption?
 
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Old Sep 24, 2010 | 04:21 AM
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Not a lot, if fuel consumption is a concern, you need a little car to drive.





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