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Modern_46

05-11-2022 @ 6:41 PM

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Hello everyone, my name is Jack Holloway and this is my first post on the EFV-8 forum. I am 19 and in hopes of restoring my late father's 1946 ford coupe sedan. I have done tons of work on classics but nothing older than 1964 so I'm not quite sure where to begin. The 46 in question is a roller meaning no powertrain but other than that, is near completion. Body and interior are good and nothing more than a little patina which I may keep. I have seen a kit online that will allow for a simple bolt on swap for a chevy s-10 frame which may be controversial. The only reason I would go for a kit like that is to expand engine swap possibilities. Does anyone know of any kits that are made for any later model fords like a 427 or even a windsor? cutting wouldn't be an issue because my main goal is to create a flashy loud ride. I'm a mopar guy at heart so I think a h*llcat swap would be out of this world! Thanks fellas.

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05-11-2022 @ 7:10 PM

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I admire your enthusiasm, but I think you will find most on this site support the preservation of Fords "as Henry built them". There are many other sites that support and encourage modification. Good luck with your father's Ford. I hope you can at least find a way to keep Ford parts in it.

05-11-2022 @ 10:21 PM

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Jack,
Join the group on this forum > https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/

or this forum > https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=4

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05-12-2022 @ 4:59 AM

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Yes you will like The Ford Barn & The H A M B, but, if your Dad's car is as nice as you say, keep it original. I have known of more than 1 younger person who got into flathead V8 fords & never realized how cool they are. Hot rods are neat, I know a guy who raced 500 hp cars who his 47 merc flathead just the way it was intended. Think about it.

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05-12-2022 @ 6:49 AM

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The HAMB is a good choice if you decide to hot rod your Ford. If you do join DO post an introduction BEFORE asking for suggestions. AND the HAMB is all about tradional hot rods. No Mustang II front ends or LS motors, fuel injection, or 22" rims. Etc. Good luck with your project. If you decide to re-install a flathead be aware that flatheads are an addiction.

Edit: Just re read your post. If you do join the HAMB don't even think about mentioning a S-10 frame swap.
If that's the direction you want to go then the HAMB is not for you.

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05-12-2022 @ 6:49 AM

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Please do not entertain the thought of trying to replace your original chassis with a chassis from an S-10. I don't think you have any idea how much work is involved and I have a feeling that your car will end up in a pile of parts after you give up on your idea. Flathead engine's and transmission's are available and a simple bolt in engine and transmission will give you a nice driver.

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DO NOT PUT AN S.10 CHASSIS UNDER YOUR FORD! It's the biggest mistake you will ever make. At some point if you go to sell, it will be absolutely "sale proof". That old Ford frame is very strong and will handle a lot of different motors if that is your goal. A company called Chassis Engineering has all the bolt on components to modify your frame with no need for any other type of chassis. If you want to have a period correct hotrod then look at putting a warmed up flathead back in the car. There are lots of other options to go along with the flathead. Look around and visit other sites to get ideas before you do anything. You are a young man and talking to the "old guys" who have "been there and done that" will broaden your knowledge base to get you in the right direction. Keep it simple and you'll be glad you did.

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05-12-2022 @ 7:54 AM

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I hate to throw more water on your fire, but like most of the people on this Forum, I have been there and done that. In 1951 I put a bored and stroked Hemi in a 47 Merc coupe. It was a very fast money pit and took all of my spare time to keep it going. I had to have a 40 Mercury sedan to drive for parts for the 47 Mercury.

The 46 Ford is a fairly light body and will keep up with traffic and give you the rush of acceleration with a warmed up flathead and the stock 3.78 rear end. With straight pipes it will make enough noise for you also. You will probably spend less money and not have a money pit to drive around in.

If you really want a Heel Cat ride feel, sell the rolling chassis and buy a Hell Cat. you will be better off financially and have more time to put towards your career development.

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05-13-2022 @ 8:45 AM

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Hello everyone! I read everyone's replies and have gained more knowledge. Considering I have a 650hp built challenger T/A, I don't "need" a fast car so I think I will end up putting a flathead in it. I'll read the old discussions on this site to find out more on how to do that. Thanks a bunch!

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05-20-2022 @ 9:14 AM

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A stock small HP SBC in an early Ford makes a very cost effective reliable driver. There are adapter kits available that will bolt the SBC to the Ford trans and frame with no welding.. The only modification required is the use of an electric fuel pump due to limited frame space.
A small block Ford. 289/302 is a nice touch to keep the car all Ford, the only problem is the Ford engines are not as user friendly compared to the SBC.

Bill
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