Apr 15, 2012 at 8:57 AM
I have 1956 ford fairlane had 312with auto trans I am going to install a 1978 351m400 with auto trans what problems will i run into like motor mounts exhaust driveshaft ect. THANKS for any help you can give me...
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Apr 15, 2012 at 11:58 AM
I've never messed with a '56, but it should be just like putting a big block in an early Mustang. Go check out several of the Mustang / Ford forums online. And I'm sure you may find an early Fairlane forum somewhere.
That 351M was an alternative engine to the 351 Windsor and 351 Cleveland. Doesn't get big horses or rev high. I remember reading an article about that in Hot Rod mag quite a while back. If I remember right, it like a big block for motor mounts and trans. You may want to check Hot Rod mag and Custom Rod mag online to see what they have to say. Also look for Modified Mustang mag.
Most of the stuff you will need should be available online at some stores. I think you may have to have a custom driveshaft, or cut the one you have. Maybe some exhaust modifications to fit right. If the rear end is a 9", rebuild it and keep it. Nearly indestructible
I wish you luck on your project. And keep us informed about it..
That 351M was an alternative engine to the 351 Windsor and 351 Cleveland. Doesn't get big horses or rev high. I remember reading an article about that in Hot Rod mag quite a while back. If I remember right, it like a big block for motor mounts and trans. You may want to check Hot Rod mag and Custom Rod mag online to see what they have to say. Also look for Modified Mustang mag.
Most of the stuff you will need should be available online at some stores. I think you may have to have a custom driveshaft, or cut the one you have. Maybe some exhaust modifications to fit right. If the rear end is a 9", rebuild it and keep it. Nearly indestructible
I wish you luck on your project. And keep us informed about it..
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PROUD MEMBER of www.crownvic.net
It's just a SUPER-DUTY Mustang GT Sedan. 198K miles and still rolling HARD.
1997 Crown Victoria P71 SVT *** ex-US Marshall service (the CAR)
STOCK?? I bet it was modified.
13.26 @ 107.24 MPH 1/4 mi w/ me, tools, & full tank of 93 octane
I added CAI, NICHE 19 X 8.5 " wheels with 245/45ZR 19 rubbers, and completely rebuilt the front end with poly bushings, Kooks headers, 2 1/4inch exhaust, TCI 2200-2400 rpm Stall converter
.PLANS:: engine upgrade, 5.4L 2v stroker, rebuild interior in leather w/ buckets, thinking about turbos
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