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[Corbin]

So I'm on the fence between a 331 or 408. I'm still gathering my research on fitment issues, tranny and exhaust but I see myself leaning towards the 408. BluePrint sells a 425hp crate motor that I am interested in.

[Gitanesteel]

So I'm on the fence between a 331 or 408. I'm still gathering my research on fitment issues, tranny and exhaust but I see myself leaning towards the 408. BluePrint sells a 425hp crate motor that I am interested in.

I'm in the process of a rebuild on my 289 and going with a 331. Another member in Yakima is also going 331. Fitment is fine there. 408 might present some problems

[Corbin]

I'm a fan of the 331. My brother had built one for his mustang that was one fun car. My thought process is that there is no replacement for displacement. While that is somewhat accurate, it all depends on the build. I too think I am going to find that I am going to run into some issues going with the 408. That may be the deciding factor for me.

[dhbfaster]

Very nice looking- with lots of potential.
What's your goal?
Look forward to following the progress.

[Corbin]

My goal bounced around for awhile. For while I was looking at pro street turn key cars. Once I stumbled across this car I quickly realized a nice driver is what I was after. Paint will be changed to blue, stroker motor mini tub and a few small changes to the interior.

[Corbin]

I'm in the process of a rebuild on my 289 and going with a 331. Another member in Yakima is also going 331. Fitment is fine there. 408 might present some problems

Scott, if you don't mind me asking, are you building the 331 yourself and who is doing your machine work. I'm looking for a local builder.

[Gitanesteel]

Scott, if you don't mind me asking, are you building the 331 yourself and who is doing your machine work. I'm looking for a local builder.

Local mechanic is doing the engine build. Wouldn't want me doing it so I support the local economy. There's a couple of places in Yakima where the block will go for machining and balancing. The mechanic told me yesterday there were a couple of machine shops on the "west side" he would trust but didn't mention where they were.

[dhbfaster]

Scott, hows that engine coming along?

[Gitanesteel]

Scott, hows that engine coming along?

Funny you should ask. I'm on vacation in London with the family right now but on my return next week I'm going to stop by the shop and see where things are at. He was supposed to be ordering the Scat parts 3-4 weeks ago. He said not to expect the car back before October is depressing on two fronts. It's October and I'm not sure how many break in miles I'll be able to do.


I'll be ordering headers when I get back and will drop those by the shop when I get them. Decided to stay with the stock heads (I know aluminum would breathe better) but I'm trying to "control some costs" to appease my wife. And, I'm not looking for a drag car, just something I can drive regularly in nice weather.

[dhbfaster]

One beauty of our cars as hobbies...no deadlines that aren’t really self imposed. (Jeff told me that and he was absolutely right.)The only thing I never wanted to hear from my wife was “are you ever going to do anything with at piece of junk” and I never did. On top of that...as far as cost control- One of the beauties of a falcon is they are already one of the least expensive classics out there. Next time cost control comes up, “just be glad I didn’t get the Corvette honey”
Don’t worry, you’ll find a dry day or two this winter to break it in, then Spring will come and you’ll wonder how you will have it ready in time for summer!