Slick 60's

After ruleing out that 351m and have had no leads on getting a good used engine that I can trust from any local salvage yards, It just occured to me rembering that Advance Auto Parts sells Remanufactured engines, I go there yesterday and sure enough they have a Direct replacement 240ci for my 66' f-250. After a $200 core refund from my blown engine it costs $ 1,124.88. and is 3yr, 150,000 mile warrenty. I am almost positive that this is my best option after much research. Besides the inital price obiously, this would be the most reliable, stress free, no hassle way to go. Before I purchase it, I ask anyone's opinion on this and if it sounds like the way to go? any feedback or experences appricated!

thank you

Travis I.
New Ulm, MN

It sounds like you are on the right track. The price seems good, and the overall advantages are in your favor. You can get good power and economy out of your combo, and should get a loooong life out of it, too.

I like my 240..... even though I did not at first. The inline 6 can't hold a candle to a small block, but 352 360 390 427 is way too much for me. If I could have influenced my Dad to convert from a 240 L6 to a 289 V8, I would have. A little hassle, but I liked the idea better than an L6 or a Big Block V8. NOW, however, I am glad to have the 240. He passed away, I have the truck, and I am glad it has some of its own peculiarities, and his, too.
I always found I got 13-18 MPG, and with 3.00 gears, and a granny low 4-speed, cruising RPM, low-end power, and overall reliability were all good. It's a '66 Custom Cab, and I used it for work, heavy loads of tools, and lots of long distance drives. Always did well, but I felt it always could do better.

So.... in went a Clifford water heated, 2bbl aluminum intake, Ceramic coated Clifford Headers, a 2bbl Demon 350 CFM carb, and BOY did it wake up the POWER. The conversion is advertised to be a 45% increase in torque, and an increase in MPG. So far, the power is definitely improved, but the fuel economy has not panned-out yet. I found a problem with the Demon carb, so the Demon factory is rebuilding/reworking the carb with a new base plate, and once I get it back together, I should be able to squeeze all the potential out of it (MPG increase, too).

I wish I could attach photos here. Check out my gallery, and you can see some of the cool new parts and pieces that have gone into this project so far. I think you'll like your choice to go with a 240!! HAppy motoring.

Dan

The 240, even a quickie remaned one, is a pretty tough engine. A lot of folks would say to take your original 240 and have a good local builder rebuild it. You will probably have a better engine in the long run, but it may cost a little more.

Is that price a long block, or just short block? Include re-working the head with hardened seats and new valves? New parts or "reclaimed parts"?

Also depends a little what kind of facilities you have and how much trouble it will be for you to take adavantage of Advance Auto's warranty -- a warranty is only part of the picture -- the hassle of dealing with a problem engine can be worth a PILE of money. If you have time, space and patience, then the hassle is not some much trouble - -but if the Advance engine gives you trouble, they are not going to compensate you for the hassle of removing the engine, bringing it back and putting another reman unit in.

Some points to ponder.....

CD.
Why not just go for the bigger 300 and be very very happy?
I doubt there is any difference in price and you'll have the bigger newer motor with all the parts still available at your local Autozone.
Later you can scrounge up a 5-speed overdrive and maybe a good used EFI unit like they used until '95.
Just thinking out loud.
You liked my magnet idea, huh? I get every microwave I can find thats being trashed and pull them out before it goes back in the trash. You won't believe how handy they are.
U@ss

Neither the 300 or a 240 will "hold a candle" to a 352 or 351 and upwards. If you want that level of performance, then go with an eight (a 351w would be a very easy install and stock/performance parts are very available.)

It is true that the 300 is a bolt in replacement for a 240 -- the blocks are the same.

The 300 runs a little rougher, due to its longer stroke and the 240 will be a tad better on gas. The 300 has a solid reputation as a good torque engine, so its well loved for folks that tow. But its no "performer" per se, unless you mod the heck out of it.

If one really plans to tow or carry much of a payload, the 300 wins. For a little smoother ride, a little better on gas, assuming that performance is not what you want, then a 240 is still a fine choice.

Its true in many ways about the 300 being better -- I planned on rebuilding a 300 for my ride (I have a 300 sitting) but I am leaning to the 240 currently, though partially out of nostalgia. The old 240 has 40 years ans still burns no oil, though the rods are knocking a little when its hot. Hard to part ways with such a sucess story......

my 460 was only 1500 bucks from car quest with 5 year 50 k warranty

I am a I6 fan all the way!

Here is what I did just for referance.

Got a crappy truck with a 300 (79 F-100) $500
Pulled the engine and tore it down to be rebuilt. (1 day job) Free
Had all the needed machine work done on it. (Bore & Hone, Cam bearings installed, crank polished, deck leveled) $300
Got a rebuild kit from O'Reiley's ($600)
Had the new Pistons hung. $100
Sub Total = $1500
Added Headers and 4bbl intake and 600cfm (way to much carb) Holley. $300 (I love eBay some times)
All new DSII $200
Minor hoses, belts Paint, etc... $200

TOTAL = $2200

cdherman wrote:Neither the 300 or a 240 will "hold a candle" to a 352 or 351 and upwards.

Are you sure about that?? I can out pull my friends Stock 351W (86??) and I have 3.00:1 gears and a 3 speed.

I can't wait to see how my 300 does when I get it in the 67 with the T-5 and 3.70:1 gears and an Edelbrock 500!!

I would rebuild it myself, but then again I have done it before and am confident in my ability. They are easy engines to rebuild.

just my

am i the only one running a y block ?? i love my 292 power and economy

My 65 SB with a 300 averages 14.5. The rear gears are 3.50's I am pleased with the performance except would like an extra gear on the highway.

I am looking forward to the writeup that I know Dan will do on his T5 install.



Then I will decide to either swap out to a T5 or change gears to 3.0 or so.

Have Fun!

Marty

6Slick5 wrote:...I am looking forward to the writeup that I know Dan will do on his T5 install...

All in due time my son, all in due time.

Actualy I hope to get to this by the end of the month.