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7H dated C8 Hydraulic block

Last post by 427XR7 « 30 Mar 2020, 14:32
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by 427XR7 » 30 Mar 2020, 09:12

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Not mine....subject to verification of all aspects of everything. Jack Tindle from the FE forum has a .60 over side oiler short block that is all...

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I guess .60 over would make about a 650 cubic inch block. . You also have to widen the bore diameter into the lifter valley...

Thanks for keeping me...

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30 Mar 2020, 14:32
Carb spacer on the GTE 427?

Last post by preaction « 24 Mar 2020, 14:53
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by Flasheart » 29 Aug 2014, 17:45
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Guys,

Did the GTE 427 come with a carb spacer like the CJ? (I am suspecting not, given the hood clearances)

My car has a non original carb and is...

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Thats a good catch Scott ! :D
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Last post by preaction
24 Mar 2020, 14:53
ISO C7OF-F/G or C8OF-D/J Distributor

Last post by kljacobs « 15 Mar 2020, 06:00
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by kljacobs » 09 Mar 2020, 06:02

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ISO C7OF-F/G or C8OF-D/J Distributor. Please let me know what you have. Need April 68 or prior date code. Thank you.

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I appreciate it. Still looking.

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15 Mar 2020, 06:00
I have one of your engines

Last post by 7.0 Litre Kid « 06 Mar 2020, 08:05
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by FestusPunky » 03 Mar 2020, 18:21
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Hi guys,
I’m new to this forum but I thought I’d check in to to give you a heads up that I have what may be a W-code side oiler in my ‘69 Torino...

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I've also received reports from people who have found partial VIN stampings on the rear of the driver's side cylinder head. Given normal production...
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Last post by 7.0 Litre Kid
06 Mar 2020, 08:05
GTE on Facebook

Last post by 1967 S Code « 24 Feb 2020, 10:31
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by 68 hertz » 09 Feb 2020, 22:17
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A restoration being displayed.

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Very nice. The build looks top notch.

Steven
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24 Feb 2020, 10:31
GT-E Introductory Show Car 500033

Last post by Al Bundy « 11 Feb 2020, 16:22
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by Al Bundy » 07 Feb 2019, 16:06
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This is a bit premature since I don't have a lot to show yet, but I couldn't wait any longer. About 4 months ago I realized I had to do something...

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I have been robbed of most of my free time with the two businesses and family stuff. I hope to be able to start up again in the spring.

Trust me,...
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11 Feb 2020, 16:22
Holley List 4088, C8AF-9510-AD, on ebay

Last post by Brotje « 09 Feb 2020, 13:13
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by Flasheart » 24 Apr 2016, 13:10
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Nice pick up with this Holley List 4088 with 7A2 date code. The ebay listing was only active for a few minutes before someone found it and bought...

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I sent a PM with my cell. Look fwd to hearing from you.
Thx again for the reply.
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Last post by Brotje
09 Feb 2020, 13:13
Idaho GTE

Last post by badcatt « 29 Jan 2020, 10:12
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by 68 hertz » 29 Nov 2019, 14:33
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On face book mercury cougar somebody picked up what appears to be a 428

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The new owner is actively looking for a date code correct block. Let me know if you have one and I will put him in contact with you.

He has located...
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Last post by badcatt
29 Jan 2020, 10:12
GT-E History Help

Last post by Royce « 29 Jan 2020, 09:44
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by 1943stearman » 27 Jan 2020, 21:19

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Hello,
I am in the process of potentially committing to a deal where I am trading a car for a 1968 R code GT-E. I have been sent pictures of the...

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Sent you a PM

Don it does not have a vinyl top.

Bill I will contact Jim.

Royce, Yes it was owned by Wayne Bousquet. I would be interested in...

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Last post by Royce
29 Jan 2020, 09:44
GTE Paint Layout

Last post by Al Bundy « 28 Jan 2020, 21:14
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by 1967 S Code » 06 Jan 2019, 10:25
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I’ve looked and I’ve been unsuccessful in finding images of a GTE restoration showing the argent/light gray paint layout. I know by looking at...

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Fact - all GT-E's got the same pinstripes as any other Cougar. Red cars like most other dark colors got white pin stripes.**

Is it fact the case...
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Last post by Al Bundy
28 Jan 2020, 21:14
February 68 427 GT-E Engine ?

Last post by GTfastbacker « 23 Jan 2020, 11:58
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by GTfastbacker » 23 Jan 2020, 03:18

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Hi Guys,
wondering is a 427 SO cast date 8B13 correct for a GT-E?
Joe

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there is currently this Block for sale at Facebook.
0.20 over, $4.5K
cast date 8B13

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Last post by GTfastbacker
23 Jan 2020, 11:58
427 (early Feb) distributor

Last post by Royce « 20 Jan 2020, 22:22
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by john Bud » 20 Jan 2020, 14:40

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Question on could this be original?

My thought is no.

Fyi - it was on my old car when bought. New owner is restoring the car.

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Totally not possible. The distributor housings used in 1968 are all Autolite castings.

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Last post by Royce
20 Jan 2020, 22:22
Show Car XR7 Upholstery

Last post by TomL « 12 Jan 2020, 07:35
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by Al Bundy » 18 Mar 2019, 09:01

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I had the pleasure of being hosted by Phil Parcells last week and got to see his cars along with #38. Phil has the original seats for his...

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Interesting question. There was a (Nordic?) blue GT-E show car produced that was on the other Cougar forum at least ten years ago. It had...

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Last post by TomL
12 Jan 2020, 07:35
427 Engine Assembly Stamping

Last post by Royce « 07 Jan 2020, 06:07
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by warwick » 06 Jan 2020, 06:36

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What stampings are on the passenger side front of the engine where the assembly date is typically stamped on your 427?

My engine has X5.

Do you...

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Small block assembly inspector date stamps are near the front. FE are towards the rear as in my photos.

I never even thought about it. As a kid I...

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Last post by Royce
07 Jan 2020, 06:07
Replacement 427 Block tag on eBay

Last post by Royce « 15 Dec 2019, 10:31

by Royce » 15 Dec 2019, 10:31

If you purchased a replacement 427 GT-E engine block from the Ford or Mercury dealer in 1968 it would have this tag bolted to it. It's not original...

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Last post by Royce
15 Dec 2019, 10:31
Intake Painted?

Last post by 427XR7 « 13 Nov 2019, 15:44
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by proford1 » 27 Oct 2019, 09:39

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My intake was painted and im pretty sure it was factory paint (no one else could have ran the paint that much) but i see some restored cars with the...

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I have a really nice one of these (the intake) if anyone is interested. $650. 248 867-3522

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Last post by 427XR7
13 Nov 2019, 15:44
GT-E paint scheme.

Last post by GTfastbacker « 21 Oct 2019, 14:15
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by GTfastbacker » 19 Oct 2019, 08:48

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Hello,
anyone takes pictures of there GT-E inside without upholstery?
I like to see where the original paint goes and where the argent stops.

Thank...

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that's what i am looking for!
Thank you Royce!

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Last post by GTfastbacker
21 Oct 2019, 14:15
Please read me the story

Last post by Royce « 25 Jul 2019, 14:37
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by 427XR7 » 25 Jul 2019, 07:59

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What's your take?

Ray Bischoff

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I have couple like that. They come from a service replacement block. Kevin reproduces engine tags. Similar but not the same thing. This type of tag...

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Last post by Royce
25 Jul 2019, 14:37
Detailing the Engine Compartment.

Last post by Al Bundy « 23 Jul 2019, 11:53
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by GTfastbacker » 10 Jun 2014, 14:39
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Detailing the Engine Compartment.
Any suggestions?
The missing Smog setup i will install next weeks.
Blue is a special mixed colour taken from a low...

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Reviving this thread again for opinions. Well hopefully definitive answers not opinions.

The Cobra Jet detailing guide lists bolts for exhaust...
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Last post by Al Bundy
23 Jul 2019, 11:53
Wiring starter selenoid to generator - special on a GT-E ?

Last post by GTfastbacker « 22 Jul 2019, 06:26
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by GTfastbacker » 22 Jul 2019, 00:16

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i am confused since the Wiring on my car seams to be a homemade and I found different types in Web.

Is Mustang FE usable for the Cougar?

What will...

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The Mustang wiring harness won't work. Vic sells brand new ones that do work. This one contains the alternator / voltage regulator wiring:...

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Last post by GTfastbacker
22 Jul 2019, 06:26
427 2 groove generator pulley

Last post by cobrasc427 « 21 Jul 2019, 17:06
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by GTfastbacker » 21 Jul 2019, 10:48

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today i get a bad message. My 2 groove generator pulley gets lost.... shop is full of sorry but is gone. misplaced, lost in nirwhana...
Anyone can...

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+1 on Dead Nuts, PLUS, it's the correct color

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Last post by cobrasc427
21 Jul 2019, 17:06
Help identifying block

Last post by Royce « 05 Jul 2019, 07:00
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by akfordman » 03 Jul 2019, 23:31
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This is the date code on a 427 side oiler hydraulic lifter block I'm looking at buying.
It looks to be a 72 service block date coded to Jan 27th....

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Sounds like a deal you better grab before the guy changes his mind. I would find a different machinist, the last guy didn't do you any favors....
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Last post by Royce
05 Jul 2019, 07:00
Interior Restoration Advice

Last post by akfordman « 04 Jul 2019, 20:15
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by 1968JonnyVinyl » 04 Jul 2019, 09:52

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I am acquiring pieces for my GTE restoration that I hope to start this coming winter. There are a few interior items I am looking to replace or have...

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Large sized cotton polishing wheel on a variable speed dremel on as slow a speed as I could manage.

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Last post by akfordman
04 Jul 2019, 20:15
Leaf Spring Retainer

Last post by Royce « 03 Jun 2019, 13:11
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by Al Bundy » 03 Jun 2019, 08:58

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Is this the correct one for a GT-E?

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Yes. The GT-E uses the same leaf springs as the GT.

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Last post by Royce
03 Jun 2019, 13:11
427 v. 428

Last post by Royce « 28 May 2019, 13:08
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by HarstenePointe » 16 Jan 2019, 19:58
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Does anyone have any actual and honest performance numbers comparing the 427 and 428 engines? I certainly know the factory horsepower ratings, etc.,...

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Lots of 427 powered Ford and Mercury and Shelby vehicles were engineered and planned for 1968 model year. Then all those plans were cancelled when...
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28 May 2019, 13:08

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