OK well wonted to say hi to everyone since Iam a new member. I actually bought 62 UNI's truck so Iam a proud new owner of my first (but not last ) F100. Paul has helped me out tremendously and turned me onto this site.
First thing...DAMN I love my new truck. Its a good feeling having so many people giving you a thumbs up and nodding while cruising. I also love how I get more looks than a 60,000 dollar Mercedes going down the road next to me. Must suck knowing that you spent that much many to look like everyone else.
Anywho here are just a few of MANY that i will be posting in the future.
1. First off. I have 390 and was wondering what should the gap spacing be for spark plugs and what type. I know the original were copper but dont want to go to that if i do not need to.
2. What type of transmission fluid for a C6. I seen some recommend Type F and Type CJ but then they say dont use one if you used the other???? What gives.
Also, what is the main concern and/or problem I should always keep up with with the 390, C6 set up to keep anything major from happening.
Thanks to everyone and I hope to learn more everyday.
Some simple questions from New Member
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"Whitey Ford"
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Some simple questions from New Member
Girls love a pick-up man.
Welcome, In my 390 I use the standard type of Motercraft plugs, set at .035-.036, I use points in my truck set at .016. The last C6 that I had rebuilt used type F before the rebuild, but after I was told to use Mercron. To keep my FE engine running along time I keep the oil and filters changed regular, for me that's every 2-3000 miles.
Allen
Allen
1966 F-100 4x4 390hipro
1964 Galaxie 428 ci
1967 F-100
1968 F-350 crew truck
1964 Galaxie 428 ci
1967 F-100
1968 F-350 crew truck
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"Whitey Ford"
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Garbz
Aboard.
Is this the truck you bought?
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My "Slickitis" affliction began here...
66 F100 CC/65 F100 CC/66 F250 CC
If it starts to rain, they'll tax the splash.
If you want to fish, they'll tax the bass.
If you plant a yard, they'll tax the grass.
If you don't play nice, they'll fine your *$#!
66 F100 CC/65 F100 CC/66 F250 CC
If it starts to rain, they'll tax the splash.
If you want to fish, they'll tax the bass.
If you plant a yard, they'll tax the grass.
If you don't play nice, they'll fine your *$#!
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"Whitey Ford"
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blackagatha
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hell yeah she's pretty.
Motorcraft filters are good. NEVER use a standard FRAM. Somebody did lab tests on them and found that the "ultra fine" filter media quickly clogged up, and a defective bypass valve would blow open and allow unfiltered oil into the engine, sometimes from day 1. Im running valvoline 10w40, ran 20w50 VR1 when I was breaking it in. Type F is the only ATF you should use. I reccommend installing a Pertronix immediately. it was the BEST thing I ever did...
Motorcraft filters are good. NEVER use a standard FRAM. Somebody did lab tests on them and found that the "ultra fine" filter media quickly clogged up, and a defective bypass valve would blow open and allow unfiltered oil into the engine, sometimes from day 1. Im running valvoline 10w40, ran 20w50 VR1 when I was breaking it in. Type F is the only ATF you should use. I reccommend installing a Pertronix immediately. it was the BEST thing I ever did...
'63 with 390 & lots of juice. But never enough. Always want more.
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FORDMANLCRACKEL
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ICEMAN6166
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The Type F versus Mercon debate is huge. Type F has more "friction" than Mercon. So using mercon in a C6 may result in more slippage and less tight shifts, especially if its a C6 using original components, as opposed to more modern, performance bands and plates.
On the other hand, Mercon is better fluid in other ways, heat stability etc. and synthetic fluid can be had locally (Mercon VI should be avoided as its a completely different beast).
I have decided to fill my newly freshened (and completely empty) C4 (same era and fluid recs as C6) with Amsoil, but I would not bother to do that with a tranny that already had 12 quarts it it.
Reality is, you can top off the C6 with Type F or Mercon either one and be OK. If the tranny is slipping already though, I would do a drain and fill with universal tractor fluid, such as HyGaard (JD) or equivalent. At least that is the line from www.fordmuscle.com forums about C4 and C6 tranny care.....
On the other hand, Mercon is better fluid in other ways, heat stability etc. and synthetic fluid can be had locally (Mercon VI should be avoided as its a completely different beast).
I have decided to fill my newly freshened (and completely empty) C4 (same era and fluid recs as C6) with Amsoil, but I would not bother to do that with a tranny that already had 12 quarts it it.
Reality is, you can top off the C6 with Type F or Mercon either one and be OK. If the tranny is slipping already though, I would do a drain and fill with universal tractor fluid, such as HyGaard (JD) or equivalent. At least that is the line from www.fordmuscle.com forums about C4 and C6 tranny care.....
1965 F-100 240 Autolite 1101, Disk brake dual master upgraded, swapped over to C4 and powersteering. Bought by my Dad new in March 65'
Planned/considered upgrades:
Perhaps power brakes, 300 I6 motor and JUST maybe, AC!
Planned/considered upgrades:
Perhaps power brakes, 300 I6 motor and JUST maybe, AC!
Damn that is a SWEET truck.
I don't know why I never saw it before. Must be old age creeping in........no rushing in.
Tim
I don't know why I never saw it before. Must be old age creeping in........no rushing in.
Tim
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