Guys,
Here's the new 390 engine I'm going to install when I get back from Gulfport. Also, the engine test stand I made for it. Works great. The engine is a inverted 105 block, 390 truck heads, 63 intake, mild cam, 360 pistons ( 9.2 ), new Holley 600 with 63 valve covers and air cleaner.
I've got about 5 hours run time on the engine now. Oil press at idle when hot is 30 lbs, 60 above idle. I took my time on this engine. There's no leaks, drips or errors. I estimate about 280 - 300 hp with stock exhaust.
engine looks good--where did you get color for cleaner and valve covers---I got some cans from Donahue but cant decide if they are right.--thanks
Look'n great.A bit of vintage with the covers and air cleaner.Very nice Jim
The paint is called Castillian Gold. It's more brown than it is gold. After the paint dries it looks as if its got gold swirls in it. It's a beautiful paint. The website www.tbirdranch.com has the formula for it. Be ready to pay $160 dollars a quart for it. Most of the valve covers you see painted or on E-bay aren't painted this color. Wonder Why. Jim
That's deadly Jim.. even if I post 5 years later..
Boy, that seems like so long ago. At least $10K ago. lol
ha ha ......Same engine Jim?.... new heads?..I am sure you have had threads on it....but I have not checked..... looks great.