All Small Six Is this normal???
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This relates to all small sixes
My63Comet
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Fantastic! That’s what I will get then. Thanks for the posts and info Rabbit. Great l@@king engine you have there. I’m hoping to work on mine a bit as a fall/ winter project. I just can’t take this heat.
frozenrabbit
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It's an easy way to get a little larger exhaust, and keep a stock look.
You're welcome. Mrs Pickles deserves nothing but the best!Thanks for the info, but I think I’m going to buy a new one instead. My fear in buying used is that it may develop a crack due to age like the original one I have on my car now. Much appreciated though.
My63Comet
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Yes she does. She’s a looker. Lol.
Be sure to start Soaking all the old Exhaust Manifold Bolts really good before you try to take it apart the Top one's are notorious for Braking off especially the end ones which seem to get a lot of exposure to the elements.
My63Comet
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Thanks Bubba. That was what I feared.
WD40 or is there something better?
WD40 won't cut through the heavy rust it's really only a Moisture Dispersant and light lubricate. I have been using the old tried and true Liquid Wrench Penetrating Oil for decades and sometimes also NAPA's they use to have Twice as Good but now there's a newer one that took it's place the name escapes me right now but I used it a couple of Summers ago and it worked very well for me on getting Spark Plugs out without Ruing a couple Aluminum Heads. There are others that are good and some people even make their own out of Auto Trans Fluid and Acetone I never tried doing that.
PB Blaster. Or Liquid wrench. Regardless, spray it over a week long period. It will burn off when driving. As engine cools, spray again for overnight soak. It's really beneficial to do an extended penetration period, with the heat cycles between applications.
On exhaust I've had as good results with grease. Dap a small blob on the stud/nut. It melts and absorbs with heat. Less smoky burn-off than the sprays. Reapply once or twice for a week, drive the car as usual.
(Don't forget the pipe flange)
My63Comet
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Frank,
Thank you for that input. I just bought the PB Blaster. Will definitely do the extended period you recommended. Great input.
Dumb question #156….
Will the exhaust manifold gasket be the same no matter which manifold I were to pick?
Stock manifold gasket the same as the “X” manifold mentioned above is my main concern.
Thank you for that input. I just bought the PB Blaster. Will definitely do the extended period you recommended. Great input.
Dumb question #156….
Will the exhaust manifold gasket be the same no matter which manifold I were to pick?
Stock manifold gasket the same as the “X” manifold mentioned above is my main concern.
My63Comet
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So would the “X” (250) manifold mentioned on page #2 be the same as this “X” manifold?
They both have an “X” cast into them, but the each list fitting different cars.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2854245461...v5fephQZm&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=EMAIL
They both have an “X” cast into them, but the each list fitting different cars.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2854245461...v5fephQZm&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=EMAIL
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Is this the same as the X manifold?
My63Comet
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I’m baffled. Every one of those three manifolds list different year/car applications.
That one you just posted doesn’t have a picture of the side that would have that “X” casting.
Big differences in prices too.
Try installing a header with turbo muffler. & a open air filter. note the duel header may give trouble with the startermotor tight fit . The org. Starter is a bit smaller than the newer starter also top Alt. Bracket may be the way.it seem that 63 comet feels like rans a lot BETTER 170 C.I. 3 SPD. 3:50 gears 15" wheels.
Do not worry they are baffled too. The engine came from ford with no gasket. You should use a gasket. All small six have the same exhaust ports and bolt patterns. You want a larger 2'' exhaust manifold. The one you posted is probably an offshore reproduction.
You pay your money and take your chances.
You pay your money and take your chances.
My63Comet
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Now you are talking my language. That clears it up for me. So once I have that I can get a new 2” exhaust. I saw a setup on line of another comet. Single 2” pipe to the muffler, and then two pipes from the muffler out back.
One on each side.
What kind of muffler would that be with one inlet and two outlets?
Thanks,
Doug
MagnaFlow has one that is a 2 Inch Inlet with 2 X 2 Inch Outlets is a 5 X 8in. Oval Straight-Through Performance Exhaust Muffler #12128
Fully reversible and featuring a free-flowing, straight-through perforated stainless steel core, stainless mesh wraps our acoustic fiber fill to deliver a smooth, deep tone for your custom exhaust project.
www.magnaflow.com
I think a few others will have them too maybe Walker.
Fully reversible and featuring a free-flowing, straight-through perforated stainless steel core, stainless mesh wraps our acoustic fiber fill to deliver a smooth, deep tone for your custom exhaust project.
MagnaFlow 5 X 8in. Oval Straight-Through Performance Exhaust Muffler 1
The MagnaFlow 5 X 8in. Oval Straight-Through Performance Exhaust Muffler 12128 is engineered to enhance your ride with a healthy helping of our signature exhaust sound and dyno-proven performance thanks to its free-flowing straight-through perforated stainless steel core wrapped in stainless...
www.magnaflow.com
I think a few others will have them too maybe Walker.
" I’m baffled. Every one of those three manifolds list different year/car applications."
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all manifolds from 144 thru 250 will 'bolt up' - the differences reflect improvements (slight) and EGR' emmission req's thru the years. Important is different bolt LENGTHS to match castings era when ordering bolt sets.
excellent ref' source:
3/4 port divider for headers ground to 'interference fit'
odd $ 75 CL find :
hav e fun
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all manifolds from 144 thru 250 will 'bolt up' - the differences reflect improvements (slight) and EGR' emmission req's thru the years. Important is different bolt LENGTHS to match castings era when ordering bolt sets.
excellent ref' source:
Exhausts - Falcon Enterprises
www.falconparts.com
3/4 port divider for headers ground to 'interference fit'
odd $ 75 CL find :
hav e fun
My63Comet
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That’s the one Bubba! Don’t ever leave or boot me off of this site. I would be lost. Lol.MagnaFlow has one that is a 2 Inch Inlet with 2 X 2 Inch Outlets is a 5 X 8in. Oval Straight-Through Performance Exhaust Muffler #12128
Fully reversible and featuring a free-flowing, straight-through perforated stainless steel core, stainless mesh wraps our acoustic fiber fill to deliver a smooth, deep tone for your custom exhaust project.
MagnaFlow 5 X 8in. Oval Straight-Through Performance Exhaust Muffler 1
The MagnaFlow 5 X 8in. Oval Straight-Through Performance Exhaust Muffler 12128 is engineered to enhance your ride with a healthy helping of our signature exhaust sound and dyno-proven performance thanks to its free-flowing straight-through perforated stainless steel core wrapped in stainless...
I think a few others will to maybe Walker.
My63Comet
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Is that 3-speed a lot better than the Mercomatic? Or would it be best to wait for a C4?
I saw one of those 3-speeds locally on Craigslist a few days ago.
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