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| RE: 390 buildup over winter |
| By Mike McQuesten - 11/11/2001 1:22:57 PM; IP 63.50.125.46 |
Bob's rec to buy from a distributor like Cam Vendor seems like a good idea. As for a cam, I sound like a stuck record here but you can't beat the Edelbrock Performer cam package. Whether through Cam Vendor, or Jegs or Summit, you get a good deal on a cam that was engineered to be an all around street performer. Idles well, makes power through a broad range of idle to 5,000 rpm. The cam package comes with the proper lifters and valve springs to match this cam. If not Edelbrock, go with a complete package like this from a reputable cam company. Just keep it mild. A '65 'bird is a hefty load. You need a torque cam to move it.
Also I like Bob's recommendation on going with a 600 CFM carb. The 750 isn't a good deal for your intended use.
And really those old exhaust manifolds will work fine. A good 2 1/2 full dual exhaust system will sound great.
I never gave those sixties 'birds much due. My Dad & Mom loved 'em. Being that my Dad worked as a CPA for two Ford/Merc dealers, we seemed to have a new 'bird every six months parked in the driveway. He got some kind of deal. I'd hardly look at them. I'd have to drive them once in awhile. But now they're kind of appealing to me. I'm seeing more of them being fixed and resto moded. And prices are still reasonable to pick them up. So good luck with what will be a nice cruiser. |
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