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    What engine do I have?

    I guess the only way to really know is to inspect it while it is apart for a rebuild, which wont be for sometime. Thanks for all the help. At least I know it is not the original motor that it came with.
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    What engine do I have?

    I found this website that explains Ford engine numbers. http://home.comcast.net/~cobrasite4/ford_engine_numbers.HTM Also this one which says my engine is a 302 (Casting number) C8OE-6015-A http://www.classicmustang.com/casting_numbers.htm
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    What engine do I have?

    Found my casting number : C8OE-6015-A, I know the C8 means the year is a 68. How do I tell if it is a 289 or a 302 ?
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    What engine do I have?

    Will it tell what year it is also?
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    What engine do I have?

    Where on the block is it located?
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    What engine do I have?

    How do you determine what engine you have in a 66 Mustang? I bought the car and I do not know if the engine in it is the original engine.:shrug:
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    AOD in 66 Mustang problem

    I decided to go with hi-po manifolds instead. They seem to fit good.
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    Hi-Po Exhaust gaskets ?

    Do hi-po exhaust manifolds require gaskets or do they seal metal to metal ?
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    AOD in 66 Mustang problem

    Went to install by blockplate between the block and the AOD and the plate will not go on due to the header on the right side where the starter would mount. I originally had a 4 speed. Is there a difference between Auto. and manual trans. headers? I did not install these headers, they came with...
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    What transmission oil in an AOD ?

    I am installing an AOD in my 66 Mustang. Does it take Mercon or Dextron II ? Or are they bout the same thing? I have both, but I am not sure which one to use?
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    AOD in 66 Mustang Wiring

    Anyone had experience wiring in the backup light and neutral safety switch on a Aod conversion in a 66 Mustang? I have the sensor on the AOD and the the harness that originally came with the AOD, but the wires were cut. How do I wire it into my system? Need help!:shrug:
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    Front crankshaft seal installation

    I have the one that goes in from the rear.
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    Front crankshaft seal installation

    I have a 66 Mustang 289 Coupe I am replacing the timing chain on. I am having a problem installing the front timing cover crankshaft seal. I used a seal driver to press it in, but it will not go all the way down. I can see a gap of about .025 between the cover and the seal on the front side...
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    Which thermostat housing ?

    Do the Chrome plated housings really leak more? I would really like chrome more than cast iron.
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    Which thermostat housing ?

    I need to replace my thermostat housing on my 66 Mustang 289. I have noticed there are two types. One with a gasket or one with an o-ring. Which one would be the best?
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    66 Mustang rear brake question

    I am in Aurora Colorado
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    66 Mustang rear brake question

    I have a 66 Coupe I am replacing the rear brake shoes on. When I removed the old shoes I noticed the backing plates have worn grooves where the back of the shoes ride on and they are pretty deep. I have looked for new backing plates and cannot find any. Does anyone know how these can be repaired...
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    difference between Dextron III and Mercon?

    Can you put Mercon in a trans. that takes dextron III?
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    difference between Dextron III and Mercon?

    What is the difference between Dextron III and Mercon ATF ?
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    Shelby style deck lid for a 66?

    Where is the best place to purchase a fiberglass Shelby style deck lid and quarter panel extensions for a 66? I have seen them in Mustang Plus but I heard the quality is not to good? Can anyone help? Thanks