Hi Folks,
I sourced a 78 250 head, it arrived just the other day. I've been slowly compiling parts for the 2V conversion (68 200ci Mustang), and I'd like some confirmation that I had all the right supplemental parts for the conversion, as well as all the machine shop checklist. I have the performance handbook and have read it cover to cover, so I'm fairly confident in my machine shop needs, but moreso looking for the extra parts for the conversion.
Machine Shop Work
Am I missing anything else? My budget does not allow for port work or much other expensive items. If I'm missing something critical, please let me know. I recevied a quote of $450 plus the additional labor for the 2V conversion. He needs to see some pictures to verify how to do it so that cost is unknown at this time. The cost also includes a max charge for milling the head if need be.
Additional Parts Needed
Questions
1. Do I need new pushrods?
2. Do I need new lifters while the head is off?
2.5. Do I need new springs and retainers?
3. What can I use to clean the deck of the block? I am not pulling it.
4. I'm having trouble finding a bracket for the throttle cable. I'm not a machinst, nor do I know any metal fabricators. I've searched the forum and I read of people who make their own - I'm not one of the guys that can do that. Any other options out there?
5. Did I miss anything else?
As always, appreciate your wisdom.
Cheers,
Matthew
I sourced a 78 250 head, it arrived just the other day. I've been slowly compiling parts for the 2V conversion (68 200ci Mustang), and I'd like some confirmation that I had all the right supplemental parts for the conversion, as well as all the machine shop checklist. I have the performance handbook and have read it cover to cover, so I'm fairly confident in my machine shop needs, but moreso looking for the extra parts for the conversion.
Machine Shop Work
- Valve Job (includes backcut intake, 3 angle intake/exhaust, magnaflux, check spring height and reset/shim as needed
- Install Viton Seals
- CC combustion chamber to retain 68 200 chamber size for compression. Mill as needed.
- Hog out carb bore for 2V adapter
Am I missing anything else? My budget does not allow for port work or much other expensive items. If I'm missing something critical, please let me know. I recevied a quote of $450 plus the additional labor for the 2V conversion. He needs to see some pictures to verify how to do it so that cost is unknown at this time. The cost also includes a max charge for milling the head if need be.
Additional Parts Needed
- Autolite 2100 1.08 venturi - have this
- Lokar Throttle Cable - have this
- Header - have this (I know it's not necessary for the 2V)
- Imposter Dual 2" Exhaust - should be here in the next week or two (again, I know not necessary)
- DUI Distributor - have this recurved and advance limiter (thanks Bill/wsa)
- V8 accelerator pedal assembly - need this
- Throttle Linkage at the carb - need this. Am clueless here.
- New plugs/wires - need these
- Viton Seals (.500) - need these
- ARP Studs - need these but unclear of the differences in the set
Questions
1. Do I need new pushrods?
2. Do I need new lifters while the head is off?
2.5. Do I need new springs and retainers?
3. What can I use to clean the deck of the block? I am not pulling it.
4. I'm having trouble finding a bracket for the throttle cable. I'm not a machinst, nor do I know any metal fabricators. I've searched the forum and I read of people who make their own - I'm not one of the guys that can do that. Any other options out there?
5. Did I miss anything else?
As always, appreciate your wisdom.
Cheers,
Matthew