460 in a 67

shelbe67 · Sep 16, 2007

I have a 67 fastback and was wondering who has put a 460 big block in their rides. How was the fit what parts are needed? I know swap headers and motomnts but which ones fit? any problems? what radiator? just wondering it has a 289 in it now but I really would like a big block and a 460 is kinda different especially around here.

rbohm · Sep 16, 2007

a 460 slips between the shock towers of a 67 real nice. tight fit though, but crites restoration makes a kit for the swap. step up the front springs to a set of 720in/lb springs though, and a good set of 5 leaf rear springs and traction bars. you will also need to step up to a 9" rear end as well.

p0prcksandc0ke · Sep 16, 2007

if you plan on driving it on the street theres no need for a 460 unless your a power junky then you need a 460..id do a rack and pinion conversion and get rid of the shock towers

Rusty67 · Sep 16, 2007

p0prcksandc0ke said:
if you plan on driving it on the street theres no need for a 460 unless your a power junky then you need a 460..id do a rack and pinion conversion and get rid of the shock towers

Thumbs down.

A 460 would be sweet in a 67. If you have the resources to do it and thats what you want, go for it.

shelbe67 · Sep 16, 2007

I am a horsepower junkie! I want something different I think a 460 would be awesome!I was at a carshow today and everyone had cobrajets and 390 as well a not one car has a 460 in it. Has anyone done the swap? Just wondering hw bad it would be to change the plugs in it hood clearance issues I dont really wanna get rid of the towers think it wouldnt be worth the price labor I can do just looking for ideas. thanks guys

shelbe67 · Sep 16, 2007

btw I checked crites website they have a lot of stuff! thanks!

ratio411 · Sep 16, 2007

Tubular Automotive carries some big tube swap headers too.

Auto Krafters sells them on their site I believe...
However, the headers are cheaper buying them from Tubular.
They don't have a website though.
So shop them at AK's site, then buy them direct if you decide they are the ones for you.

68GT500KR_Vert · Sep 16, 2007

I have a 429 SCJ (385 engine which is the 460) in my 68

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2576876

68RestoMod · Sep 17, 2007

In my younger days I actually had a 460 in my 67 coupe. It is truly a beast that commands respect and tons of fun. I say if you have the ability and the means go for it. If it wasn't for the gas mileage I would do it again in a heartbeat. Now what would be nice would be a fuel injected 460.

SoCalCruising · Sep 17, 2007

www.mpgheads.com
Click on the "Motor Mount/Header Kit" link.
The owner has/had a 460 in his 67/68 fastback, so has first-hand experience.

ratio411 · Sep 17, 2007

Does MPG Heads make their own headers, or do they retail?

Those headers in the pic look EXACTLY like the Tubular Headers.
Tubular will sell direct, but they supply headers to a few different retailers, AK for example. I wouldn't be surprised if those are Tubulars.

lauras70mach1 · Sep 17, 2007

I have a '69 with a 429, stock shock towers, Crites headers and mounts. It fits but it's very tight. The Crites kit moves the engine up and forward - the carb now sits partially above the fenders. Barely fits under a Boss 429 scoop. The C6 tranny is tight too - had to notch the floorpan to get one of the coolant lines to fit. Crites headers are very nice.

shelbe67 · Sep 17, 2007

how hard is it to change the plugs? didnt 69 and 70 come with the 429 as an option? I was looking at the crites but I think I like the mpg setup

68GT500KR_Vert · Sep 17, 2007

The 69s & 70s need the shock towers notched.

Hack · Sep 18, 2007

shelbe67 said:
how hard is it to change the plugs? didnt 69 and 70 come with the 429 as an option? I was looking at the crites but I think I like the mpg setup

No the 429 wasn't available until '71. '69 and '70 models got the Boss 429, which is completely different, but those cars also got notched shock towers, special suspension components and other goodies.

67GTA-FB429 · Sep 18, 2007

I have a 429 in mine and it is tight. But it is awesome. Custom fab all the mounts when I put it in. Stock exhaust manifolds but thinking about adding some Crites.

And be prepared for nay-sayers...those are the same people that think 351s are plenty. Big Blocks kick a$$!!

68GT500KR_Vert · Sep 18, 2007

The Boss 429, and 429SCJ, and the 460 are based on the same exact block; it's the Ford 385 Series; the only outward differences are the intake and heads.

lauras70mach1 · Sep 18, 2007

68GT500KR_Vert said:
The 69s & 70s need the shock towers notched.

I have a 429 in my 69 and the shock towers are not notched.

SoCalCruising · Sep 18, 2007

Let's keep in mind that the Boss 429 had hemi heads and they were much bigger than CJ heads. A CJ/460 should be easier to fit than the Boss.

ratio411 · Sep 18, 2007

Yeah, 460s are very big, but the Boss 429 is enormous!
The Boss had unique towers, spindles, etc... so the thing would fit.
The towers don't need shaving for a 460, but it might help give it some room.
I have never seen towers shaved for a 385 series either, but it certainly could be done.

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