ANY HELP APPRECIATED!!!!!!!!!!

[k062693w]

Hello All, I'm getting back into the game after a 12 year hiatus.. I just recently purchased an 85 LX convertible, It's a 3.8, Auto, But that just isn't going to cut it (lol) not looking to break the sound barrier, Just get it into the 12's...And keep it very streetable. So if anyone is so inclined to lead me in the right direction it would be greatly appreciated!! I'm disabled and on a fixed income so I don't have a never ending supply of cash, but I'm not in a great rush either.. I would like to stay with an automatic, and have been looking at building a 331 or 347, I have found these turnkey(but again the cash flow) but have done a little research on doing most of it myself. But have no clue where to start, as far as motor to start out with, I have found a few mid to late 80's H.O. motors, and don't know if this is needed or the best route? Sorry to be rambling on, But just looking for some guidance.. Thanks in Advance, Aaron :bigthumb

[Buckeye]

Explorer motor, Ecam, Cobra 1.7's, and a 100 shot

[IEATLT1]

if the 3.8 runs I'll take that baby off your hands...

[k062693w]

I have an extra complete 3.8 also, want to get rid of tranny too. If your interested? Make me an offer. Feel free to call me @ (937) 206-2489

[Timido]

Explorer motor, Ecam, Cobra 1.7's, and a 100 shot

I agree easy 11 second combo on the cheap.

[85_SS_302_Coupe]

Keep in mind that the V6 K member is different and needs to be swapped in order to do a V8 swap...

[Ryan218]

Keep in mind that the V6 K member is different and needs to be swapped in order to do a V8 swap...

no it dont :confused:

[tmotorsports]

Keep in mind that the V6 K member is different and needs to be swapped in order to do a V8 swap...

The straight six K member is different.

[tmotorsports]

I got a 1969 351 windsor block bored .030 comes with new rings and bearings pistons and rods and a cam.Needs cleaned up (honed) from sitting around and you can put a decent shortblock together.CHEAP $400 you come and get it.Put a decent set of 1965-66 289 heads on this and run mid 12's on motor.

[k062693w]

I appreciate the input, Just wondering is there any difference in the windsor as far as setting in the car versus a 302 block? Like i said earlier it's been 13 years since I fooled with this stuff, so please bear with me if I ask a lot of questions!!

[tmotorsports]

Sits a little higher than a 302

[JonS]

Since you are basically starting from scratch as far as the drivetrain goes, I would go with a 351W. The headers, oil pan, distributor, and intake are different from a 302, but who cares you have to buy all that stuff anyway. As Tmotorsports said, the 351 will sit a bit higher due to the increased deck height. As far as a transmission I would probably go with a C4, although an AOD can be made to live in an application like this without breaking the bank.

[k062693w]

if that's the only difference then I would be interested in talking to you (Tmotorsports) about this engine.. I know it's going to take me a while to get this car up and going, but I need to get started.. you can eithe rgive me your # or feel free to call me @ (937) 206-2489. Thanks Again, Aaron

[85_SS_302_Coupe]

The straight six K member is different.

:doh:

[blk93notch]

you live in mechanicsburg? i live in mutual right down the road. you convertible wouldnt happen to be the one that was for sale on us 68 south? nice to see someone close here on the board.

[k062693w]

nope, your talking about the black GT right? Mine I just got is a maroon LX... It will be nice having someone close who I can pick their brain (lol).. I live right off of 161, so I'm only about 5 miles from you.

[blk93notch]

right on. you need any help just let me know.

[Pitviper1996]

Nice i live close to you guys to :) i live off derr rd. In springfield close to springfield ford. Awsome to have a few ppl i can chat with thats local!!

[Sparky]

What's you're last name Aaron? Mechanicsburg is my hometown and the chances are I know you, or at least know of you. I lived on Bean Rd. most of my young life,until I graduated 10 years ago.

[BigBadStang]

i'm not local to you anymore, lol...but i grew up in Plain City.
parents still live there, and i visit often.
great to see you getting back into the groove, welcome to the board!

[k062693w]

What's you're last name Aaron? Mechanicsburg is my hometown and the chances are I know you, or at least know of you. I lived on Bean Rd. most of my young life,until I graduated 10 years ago.

I'm not from here, only lived here for going on 4 years.. and I graduated long before that (LOL). and in West Virginia

[Sparky]

I see. Probably not then. Welcome to the board though

[k062693w]

I didn't grow up here, only lived here for 4 years, but my wife is a teacher in Plain City..
It's nice that there are some locals on here, we all need to get together sometime.

[Pitviper1996]

lets plan something ive missed ever other damn meet up at steak and lube or anywhere else id like to go to one for once

[blk93notch]

yea we should all get together sometime. that would be cool/