Installing a Used EFI Engine + 5 Speed Transmission In My 1965 Ford

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  • čas přidán 11. 10. 2023
  • Part two on parting out my rusty 66 LTD into my new, less rusty 65 Custom 500. Part 1 - • 1965 Ford Custom. Will...
    My 66 got this 5.3 LS when I realized the ol' FE was burning a hole in my pocket with how much I spent on gas daily driving it. Now, it's getting passed on to my 65 (instead of its 289 and 3 speed transmission). The engine is from an '02 Avalanche that read ~300k on the odometer, it's paired with a junkyard AR5 5 speed out of a Chevy Colorado. This was the cheapest way for me to get decent power and fuel economy and amazing drivability. I'm astonished by how well this swap has held up, it even paid for itself within the year on gas savings. It's no Ford, but for now, this Chevy engine will do.
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Komentáře • 52

  • @jackvanwingerden3410
    @jackvanwingerden3410 Před 5 měsíci +20

    This channel feels like primitive technology(the youtube channel) meets the roadkill show. Cant wait for more

    • @daviT_con_T
      @daviT_con_T Před 2 měsíci

      Oooh, i see u r a man of culture as well

  • @davegould3678
    @davegould3678 Před 6 dny

    Excellent, enjoyed again. Graffiti Town was apocalyptic and wonderful with the V8 soundtrack. Wonderful.

  • @andyshort
    @andyshort Před 20 hodinami

    This great sound remembers me to the Mustang in Bullit. V8 and shifting gears, perfect!

  • @user-jf4ou1wc9d
    @user-jf4ou1wc9d Před měsícem +4

    I really like your vídeos, i learn a lot from them , and the best part is that they don't have those boring song and conversations.

  • @lars277
    @lars277 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Unbelievable mechanical talent. That little drive reminded me of the twin cities, more like St. Paul.

  • @jamesharris2615
    @jamesharris2615 Před 4 měsíci +5

    Setting that harness on fire was so freakin' AWESOME! 😂😂😂... Don't know why I thought it was so funny. Good work on the swap though.👍🏿

  • @PaulinesPastimes
    @PaulinesPastimes Před 3 měsíci +1

    I was feeling a bit disappointed that you did a boring LS swap but then I read your description above and I understand the reasons now. The new 2 door is a fabulous thing. We only got the 4 door sedans in Australia, nothing as exotic as the 2 door. Really enjoying binging your videos. 😊

    • @SimonFordman
      @SimonFordman  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks for taking the time to read the description and understand my reasoning. One day I’d love to ditch the LS setup

  • @philipbennett1367
    @philipbennett1367 Před 3 dny

    Respect is Due.😎

  • @ptp79
    @ptp79 Před 24 dny

    That fire was expected.... :D i was watching and was shocked when you light it after spraying the flammable cleaner :D

  • @dre4011
    @dre4011 Před 14 dny

    Mmmmmm yes....Cathedral ports....

  • @ericeverson5956
    @ericeverson5956 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Old time hot rodding in the year 2024:)

  • @hasbeengood
    @hasbeengood Před 4 měsíci

    audacious, creative and smart... i like it. you do good work.

  • @VIEW66
    @VIEW66 Před 17 dny

    The one-man hood removal technique! Approved.

  • @rgbigdog
    @rgbigdog Před 3 měsíci +1

    That 289 engine would look real nice in your Falcon.

  • @tombob671
    @tombob671 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Like your style, subbed👌

  • @paulcarter2907
    @paulcarter2907 Před 26 dny +1

    Sounds great, I presume it's a worthwhile conversion?

  • @stereolababy
    @stereolababy Před 12 dny

    keep a fire extinguisher handy you never know

  • @ericeverson5956
    @ericeverson5956 Před 2 měsíci

    Simon, I think you may need a shop in the country? So good. Excellent videos

  • @johnpartridge7623
    @johnpartridge7623 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great job Simon (not the Fire lol) the Engine sounds good 👍

  • @mattrowan2680
    @mattrowan2680 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Beautiful work! Would love to get a small v-8 into my 92 Toyota Shortbed pickup when the 22RE finally dies cuz I don't want to give up this outrageously simple vehicle for the junk they're forcing on us today. I can offer room, board and all meals while you're doing the job lol.

  • @momolamin2896
    @momolamin2896 Před 3 měsíci

    GOOD JOB

  • @enriquemartinez16
    @enriquemartinez16 Před 5 měsíci

    Exceptional

  • @Crustychevrolet
    @Crustychevrolet Před 3 měsíci

    Ford tough with Chevy stuff 👍

  • @enachegosa6163
    @enachegosa6163 Před 3 měsíci

    10:51 don't worry be happy!

  • @gustavosimoes4509
    @gustavosimoes4509 Před 29 dny

    Simon, safety boots?😮

  • @ideiassobreduasrodas1714
    @ideiassobreduasrodas1714 Před 2 měsíci

    🤣🚒🔥 Seus videos são otimos! seus carros melhor ainda! parabéns!

  • @jesseclemmer152
    @jesseclemmer152 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Great video, made the swap look easy. What exhaust manifolds are you using? Did you have clearance issues with the steering box? I'm thinking of doing this to my 65 as well.

    • @SimonFordman
      @SimonFordman  Před 4 měsíci +1

      I used these cheap ones off Amazon: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074KSKGKQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1. It looks like they're unavailable, but if you look up headers for an LS swap into a chevy S10, you should find some. They fit perfect, no steering box issues. Let me know if you have anymore questions on the swap, I'm happy to help.

  • @mongosaqqara
    @mongosaqqara Před 3 měsíci +1

    Eargasm!

  • @nimas.1415
    @nimas.1415 Před 29 dny

    I understand the LS swap, I am no hater. But it does feel better to have a ford in a ford, Chevy in a Chevy.
    I would have considered a 302 out of a late 90s exploder/mountaineer. They have the better flowing GT40 heads, efi, and can be found dirt cheap from salvage yards or as a complete donor. And you get a 8.8” rear with disc brakes and optional LSD.

  • @lalou456
    @lalou456 Před 11 dny

    what are those seats out of?

  • @pablopianesky653
    @pablopianesky653 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Greetings. Why did you take the engine from the 4d4? That car looked in better shape than the 2dr. Thanks

    • @SimonFordman
      @SimonFordman  Před 4 měsíci +2

      The roof on the 4dr was rusted out due to it being a vinyl top car, it also had lots more rust overall.

  • @ericeverson5956
    @ericeverson5956 Před 2 měsíci

    Hi Simon, question: Is the Southdale Mall closed yet in Edina? Thanks for your videos. Out.

    • @SimonFordman
      @SimonFordman  Před 2 měsíci +2

      They're still bustling

    • @ericeverson5956
      @ericeverson5956 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@SimonFordman What I thought, but thanks for confirming. Out.

  • @TurboDog73TX
    @TurboDog73TX Před 3 měsíci +1

    Nice swap, and bitchin' car.

  • @amfareed30
    @amfareed30 Před 3 měsíci

    I like your videos so much
    But why are you doing the swap? The donor car looks in much better shape than yours

  • @user-mf7yq5xr9s
    @user-mf7yq5xr9s Před 4 měsíci

    The ONLY thing I DONT like about this video is,,, you got your Monkees shirt dirty !! That should be reserved for car shows and such 😁👍🇺🇸

  • @RobertLewandowski-vi6mq
    @RobertLewandowski-vi6mq Před 2 měsíci

    Looks like an ex police car in its making the efi should be sufficient for the weight of this project 2 doors hard to find

  • @lackodhr.5303
    @lackodhr.5303 Před 20 dny

    🤗❤️👍💯

  • @michaelcherry8952
    @michaelcherry8952 Před měsícem

    If you ever end up with another FE, you might consider the "Carb Cheater" that Thunderhead289 created. For fun, he put a lawnmower carb on a Ford 302 and it ended up with amazing gas mileage (although the lawnmower carb robbed a ton of horsepower):
    czcams.com/video/FwhMz2kR4pw/video.html
    He has tried this on many different carbs and it seems to have a positive effect on mileage and performance.

    • @SimonFordman
      @SimonFordman  Před měsícem

      Yea, I saw that video a while back. It really boggles my mind. I'd have to try it for myself to believe it. Definitely would be interesting to do.

    • @michaelcherry8952
      @michaelcherry8952 Před měsícem

      @@SimonFordman Kind of makes me wish I was still driving something with a carb. I honestly think EFI is the default, not because it's necessarily better but because it was easier for the car companies to meet emission control requirements and mileage targets. Carbs work well, but only when they're adjusted properly. EFI works great until it doesn't. Then you're hooped.

  • @user-bm8ei5ub1c
    @user-bm8ei5ub1c Před 8 měsíci +4

    yuk on the ls motor

    • @Pedroisanickname
      @Pedroisanickname Před 5 měsíci +5

      He found a LS swapped w/manual 4dr post donor-driver for a parts car my man. What would you rather run? That clapped out 289 w/a leaky, slipping auto? C'mon man, it's a driver not some rare trailer, Queen.

    • @user-bm8ei5ub1c
      @user-bm8ei5ub1c Před 5 měsíci +3

      @@Pedroisanickname i'm a ford guy..so LSstuff means nothing to me

    • @endall6783
      @endall6783 Před 5 měsíci

      I don't like breeding them. But it's not mine. The 289 would have made it worth more but again not mine. The car was a stick before junky Ls swap not mine again. He does a pretty good job I've liked most of his posts this one was ook.

  • @user-kc3ed3lx6o
    @user-kc3ed3lx6o Před 4 měsíci

    What a waste of classic Ford machinery ! 😆