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Is there an adapter or bracket to reuse my column shift with the AOD?
The u joint that I have in the front of the driveshaft is the Moog 507. 1" caps on both sides, 2.344" in length. The yoke I purchased from PTAC...
Now I've run into my next issue: The u joint for the AOD yoke has larger caps than the stock driveshaft. Does anyone have a part number for a new...
Ok, I'll provide pictures of the crossmember when this vehicle runs again. Basically, I held the one side of the crossmember in place where it...
I'll take some photos and share with you guys what I end up having to do to make this thing work. More than likely going to try and modify the...
Ok. I finally got the engine and transmission bolted back into my car last night. I'm running into an issue with the back of the transmission pan...
Do you guys have a recommendation on the transmission cooler?
I'm about to purchase everything to make this swap work. Finally. I'm just not completely sure about the TV corrector bracket I've been reading...
I don't mind the 4 door look on this car, it was just something I was considering.
I was considering modifying my rear doors on my '55 Customline to open the opposite way. I was also thinking that I would move the rear door...
I have the Wheel Vintiques chrome steel wheels
I really appreciate everyone's help with everything. I have one more question (for now). Does anyone know of where I can find the correct cable...
Does anyone know which transmission mount I'll need?
Back home safe.
How is that front bumper?
Going to check out an AOD out of a '91 Grand Marquis this weekend. Anything I need to look out for?
It was truly disheartening to hear about the vehicles being stolen. That was my biggest fear in booking a hotel in that area. The...
Thanks, Dan. I wonder how noticeable it will be on black. Either way, thanks for the quick response.
Now that I have decided to swap my Ford-O-Matic for an AOD, I thought it might be a cool touch to replace the trunk emblem for the "Ford-o-Matic"...
Diyguy, I have not checked my rear differential to see what ratio it is. I will try to figure that out this evening. It was a factory 272 car.
Is there any difference between the transmissions found in the cars and the transmissions found in trucks during those years?
I would gain a first gear, instead of starting in 2nd with the Ford-O. I have considered the AOD, but I have read that they are a little bit more...
Hello all, Currently, my '55 Customline has a 292/Ford-o-Matic. I have noticed that the car cruises smoothly at 55-60 mph, but once I attempt to...
I have Coker Bias G78-15s. Aerostar coils up front and 3in blocks in the rear. No issues turning or going over bumps with people in the back. I do...
I would suggest Restoration Specialties as well. They had everything I needed for my '55
How about Metal Flake City? They make custom shift knobs, switches, etc. They are based in Florida. They made a custom shift knob and turn signal...
Do they have a website?
Interesting, I must have the earlier pans on both my '59 y block and my '62. Looks like Mac's has the one I need, but it must not have come up...
It doesn't appear to be an oversized plug. Both of the y blocks I own have this giant plug.
I have a 1959 292 that I am in the process of adding some performance parts to. When I went to remove the oil pan I noticed that the head of the...
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