Parker
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Mine is a multifaceted question, so I decided to post it under the economy board.
I am planning on sniffing out a 1969-1972 Galaxie/LTD for a 240 or 300 conversion, which will serve as my backup daily driver. Not so long ago, I built one of these old yachts to a silimar specification. This time, I'll know what mistakes to avoid.
Here are my questions:
Does the 240 get any better fuel economy when compared with the 300?
Is the power difference noticeable?
Will a TR3550 5 speed or T56 6 speed transmission have any measurable economic advantage over a 3.03 toploader?
In my last car, a 300 6 found it's home under the hood. On this go around, I've seen several 240 motors for sale on facebook, and they're on average $200 cheaper than their 300 successors. I am tempted to pick one up.
Would a 240 make a good daily that is capable of holding 55 mph on the interstate, while averaging 16 mpg with 3.00 rear gearing? Speculation is welcome! Thanks for the help.
I am planning on sniffing out a 1969-1972 Galaxie/LTD for a 240 or 300 conversion, which will serve as my backup daily driver. Not so long ago, I built one of these old yachts to a silimar specification. This time, I'll know what mistakes to avoid.
Here are my questions:
Does the 240 get any better fuel economy when compared with the 300?
Is the power difference noticeable?
Will a TR3550 5 speed or T56 6 speed transmission have any measurable economic advantage over a 3.03 toploader?
In my last car, a 300 6 found it's home under the hood. On this go around, I've seen several 240 motors for sale on facebook, and they're on average $200 cheaper than their 300 successors. I am tempted to pick one up.
Would a 240 make a good daily that is capable of holding 55 mph on the interstate, while averaging 16 mpg with 3.00 rear gearing? Speculation is welcome! Thanks for the help.
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