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    Xr Tunnel

    I agree it's crazy why . Yes in the early falcons they did . I'm not 100% sure exactly which. Might been pre XP ? Might also been to do with some early 6 cylinders , 144 , 170 etc had a very small bellhousing pattern at the motor side and hence smaller bellhousing. Those I think had the Ford o matic but when they went to the 200 auto went to the BW35 Came across it also when a friend got a U.S Falcon , was a 3 speed manual 6 cylinder. When I built a C4 to go in it with a 302 the tunnel needed work
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    Xr Tunnel

    Up to XP i think was the auto + manual tunnels . XR is same as all other Falcons . A T400 fits right in XR as does a C6
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    XC column auto

    Yes that's the most common FMX switch I think was some XA had switch on shifter
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    C10 Transmission Rebuild

    About all TCI make that'll work is aluminium pans . Rest is rubbish. P.A components are good , their builds better than TCI but still leave a lot to be desired compared to the cost. A real good one from P.A I've seen inside 2 now . Their Prostreet 750 HP is nothing more than a Transgo shift improver kit in the valvebody . Yes , correct , basic shift improver not even a stage 2 or equivalent kit. Couple extra frictions , a planet and servo. The first I saw I thought was a joke or someone had been in there previous , but no the 2nd was same
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    Ford C10 Transmission

    Be sure to get the correct fittings for the case , they are a straight NPS thread , NOT NPT
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    C10 Transmission Rebuild

    Stay well away from TCI , They are junk . I've had to repair 4 TCI C6's that guys here have bought. Better to have yours built , then you know what you have Their valvebodies are rubbish, many have a 2-3 flare as a standard feature
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    Can I Keep my BTR

    That should work fine
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    C4 to AU V8...what bolts?

    Should be the 7/16 UNC , all windsors are same
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    Can I Keep my BTR

    The issue with swapping BTR , up to AU the solenoids earth through the case . BA on the wiring harness is different and all gearbox earths return to ECU Just something to be aware of when you are setting up which computer to use . Harnesses can be swapped although there can be differences where the plug fits the main case
  10. They do make those factory rods as a repro now . They do work well . Thinking out loud , Could maybe make up some rods like caltracs similar to the factory ones that go above the diff .
  11. You can run caltracs with a super pro or Nolathane front bush works ok too.
  12. That clip doesn't hold much . You could bend up a piece of flat steel to do similar
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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

    Almost correct .. Spot on for the crank counterweights . The D9 blocks are same deck height, the difference is the bores are a bit longer downwards which in a stroker setup adds a little extra for the piston. Although in theory that is good , in reality it doesn't really make a huge difference
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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

    .060" is fine. A lot go .080"
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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

    You don't really need the turkey pan tray. Those blue gaskets in that set work awesome
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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

    Good move . Flat tops and D3 heads are the go .
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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

    That's very interesting .. The Victor Reinz gaskets are good . Those I'd say are a very nice choice . I use the VR nitro seal I've found work great . Please just stay well away from the Felpro print-o-seal (Black teflon gasket with blue beads) They are rubbish. They are coated for easy removal but the teflon coating allows them to creep around between the smooth surfaces . Most then leak coolant @ the front
  18. Just be aware , A BA/BF caliper is setup for a 28mm thick rotor . A few years ago a mate got a kit that used the bigger calipers on a factory 24mm rotor . Sure it's ok while everything is new The UPC kits did work ok but no longer made I have an RRS strut setup uses a VE Commodore caliper & 300mm rotor , they are brilliant
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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

    Looking very neat ....
  21. Spot on yes . Done many the same XY , XA XC XD with the XC calipers and XF and no issues at all . As long as you have the XC or XD front lever also for the handbrake you'll be sweet .
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    FMX or C6?

    Any of those are an ok option for a mild setup . Don't get caught up in the whole HP robbing thing. For your setup you'd never notice. Anyway a roller bearing in a C6 at the rear helps free them up and available as a bolt in deal . The C4's are around but pricey . If you're rebuilding budget in for a planet as most are worn out . The C6 is tough as as long as the pipes will fit as above . The right parts and a shift kit help nicely. And a tube dipstick will fit in a Falcon no problems . The FMX with a good rebuild and transgo shift kit is all it will need . As long as it is ok parts wise to start with , and pay attention to the forward drum bore where the sealing rings run . A lot are worn but can be sleeved . FMX + C4 are same length so tailshaft will fit with correct yoke . C6 likely need tailshaft shortened
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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

    I used a lot of that spec cam many years ago . Several manufacturers made basically same grinds . They were a real nice all round cam in a 302 or 351. In a 400 it will make great torque
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    Holley Spreadbore 650 double pumper

    They usually only have 6 base plate screws , 2 spare holes .
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    CLEVELAND ENGINE TALK

    Lookin' real good . Build up a nice C4 to go on there .
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