Inliners International Forums General Discussion MOPAR Flathead sixes

Meant to post this here............

Been thinking about my next street rod for some time. Because of good experiences with Ford flathead sixes in the '50s, I've considered them. But, after doing some research, I decided to weed them out. Not that I don't like 'em, but there's a lot more stuff available for the MOPARS. Some oldtimers I've talked to are convinced the Dodge and Plymouth engines are tougher, too. I've about decided on a 230 Dodge with a T-5 and maybe a 3.55 rear. Looks like about 2,000 rpm will net about 70 mph in 5th. Good cruisin

(According to my calculations 8,000 rpm will net 284 mph.......Man! That oughta be something! You gotta know I'm kidding! )

Dennis, any reason you would not go with the big six--265??

i y0u want 265, go to
http://www.marineengine.com see the classifieds for inboard gas engines. a guy is selling the chrysler crown 265 inch motor. they have the nice cam and bolt right up
good luck

john
fuel injected flattie

52er, Karen,

I don't need a big engine, going to mostly be street driving, going to car shows, etc. Parts are more readily available for the 230, I think. If I was going to d some nostalgic racing, I'd definitely go with a 265, though.

Shoud be about the same parts wise..I thought..

Nope, 265 block is longer, longer rods, crank. I'd be happy with a good-running 230.

i know but, the intake and exhaust are the same...ignition the same...the guts are different yes...i thought you ment the common mods...

sorry about the typing I'm holding a 5 month old in one hand and typing with the other..

Today, I looked at an old rusty Hyster forklift, powered by a 230 Chrysler industrial engine. It's been sitting in a junk yard for 6 years. It's on propane, still half a tank of gas in it. We put a battery in it and it started! The oil looked new and the radiator was still topped off with green-looking antifreeze. In a few minutes it was warmed up, idling quietly and smooth as silk....just like someone had been using it, just yesterday! There was no smoke,or unusual noises. Man, for a hundred bucks, I don't see how I could go wrong! Only problem is, i have to pull it where it sits, transmission is shot and the wheels are sunk into the dirt. Oh well, I'm retired and have nothing but time!

What kind of transmission is in that Hyster? It may be worth pulling a little more than just that engine.

I would look for a buyer for the forklift, someone in a Warehouse would love it.

You can find another engine and have a LOT of money left over.

Good luck.

Graham,

The combination transmission-differential is a huge two-speed, (lo/hi with reverse) forklift specific transmission. It's connected through a torque converter and has nothing that could be reasonably used for automotive purposes. I'm sure the trans-axle is heavier than the engine! It would make a really fine boat anchor, though!

John,

The hydraulic cylinders, hoses and pump has been robbed off the F/L. The steering gear is gone and the steering axle is rusted fast, in a left-turn position. The little hard-rubber tires have sunken into the soil. If you could see it, you'd be amazed that the engine would start and run so smoothly. I don't know how it escaped destruction, too. The owner was just as mystified as I was, when it fired up!