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For those following, more solutions have been found and things are moving forward.

The spring plates will be the Mustang 68-70 still, but with holes elongated to allow install on 2" springs and...

The solution to my rear end is finally coming together save one major snag.

The rear end will be an 8 inch built by Alan at 8and9InchFordRears.com. It will be built with custom width obviously,...

Roger and Jeff, thank you for sharing with me. Even the small stories and bits of info go a long way.

Also, I’m sure I am being a bit too dramatic. Everyone I work with has found it pretty funny...

I am pretty hung up on this point. I don't feel it's a good idea to try transporting a full crankshaft assembly around in some pointless effort to save a few bucks.
I intended to do a complete tear...

Well this is embarrassing. Time to give an update on the project I quit on.

Spent many days rereading the inline six book by Cox and Mauer, poring over the old info posts by Classic Inlines, and...

Not quite with the 170 anymore Roger, guess I really need to do updates. I'll post it in my thread that I rage quit on, see if I can redeem myself a bit.

The real problem I've had is finding one...

Did more research into the drum situation with the custom 9 inch route and it is likely not workable. There are no drums aside from those found on the Maverick 8 inch 4-lug rear end that have the...

The more i think about this part the more i convince myself to skip it.

The Maverick rear end will still be 1/2" wider overall than the stock rear end. I don't think my Falcon can take that, I'm...

I got the head home, not sure on the condition 'til it gets cleaned up. Even if damage is found I might just pay to have it fixed considering my other options. Almost got trapped by a crazy storm in...

The search may be over!
I have a lead on a head in an Idaho junkyard, ill be heading there this weekend to check it out and see if this giddy feeling i have is warranted.

I'm looking for a cylinder head found on inline 200s and 250s from 77-80, if i have my information correct. Just need a stock head in good condition.

I have not had any luck hunting for this...

Still looking.

I have found a meager handful but all too far away to pay for shipping and risk receiving an unusable part.

Thank you to anyone that might help me!

Here is the end of this thread, I'm calling it quits already.

No matter how many times i play it out in my head, i just cant bring myself to pull the trigger on this project. Its a tremendous...

What is the narrowest you can build the 8 inch? Im trying to get an idea of how much clearance i can gain for the rear wheels.

I could also use some recommendations for who to take the rear end to...

I am looking specifically for the narrow 4-lug from the 71/72 Maverick/Comet. Will pay what it’s worth.

If you come across one anywhere within WA or OR I am very interested. Junkyard or...

I will be going to Horseshoe Auto Wrecking this weekend in search of the clutch pedal assembly i need, ill take a few pics of what i find.

Also, any tips on the pedal assembly? I plan to just grab...

So Jeff, do you think i could get away with buying the standard shackle and having Roger work his magic?
I guess im asking what exactly needed modification, what parts should i start with and then...

Thanks Roger, i really appreciate the offer!

I feel like i should address the rear end while im at it. Yes i know, scope creep.

My issue is the grooves in the backing plate. I cant find info on...

Everywhere i have shopped so far has not had the front shackle to the leaf springs for specifically 63 convertible. Ive searched the issue on several forums and not found much helpful info. My...

I have a 200 from a 68 mustang and it’s mated C4. The C4 in my car already will likely not be helpful.

I really just want this car to replace my 1200 Sportster, had to sell it because of back...

I kinda feel like everything to do with this cars engine is not a good option for me. I am a good mechanic, however i am not an auto mechanic. Nor am i an engineer. I find that nearly everything i...

I read the thread you mentioned.
It was difficult to follow what the history of the build and later fixes were, but it seems you found the build quality of both the cam shaft and head to be suspect...

In case anyone other than me is interested, the aluminum heads by Vintage Inlines are getting very close to production.

This will be the centerpiece of my entire build so i am quite excited and...

Can I be of any help?

I live in Bremerton and can take pictures of stuff!
I'm not real knowledgeable on all things Falcon, but I am physically here.

This is about the junkyard discussed in...

I'm back!
I had a whole lot of life stuff going on, something about a pandemic, and now i emerge from my hibernation ready to do stuff.

So, updates on the project.
I have the Scarebird 4-lug...