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mongo
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I am half way thru building a chrome set of shorties for my 55 bird, they cheap , but a little time. Used 1 set sbc chrome shorties of ebay , sectioned the main flange . clamped, bolted and spread on to y block header flange . Welded and drilled it. Fits perfect. I will put more if ther is an interest. Just did a full layout , it would not post  .
Po ol DavieSparta , Tn.
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mongo
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The spreading process 
Po ol DavieSparta , Tn.
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simplyconnected
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Good job, Dave.
Royal Oak, Michigan (Four miles north of Detroit, and 12 miles NORTH of Windsor, Canada). That's right, we're north of Canada.Ford 292 Y-Block major overhaul by simplyconnected
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How is spark plug access? Can you get a plug socket on them?
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mongo
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a little grinding on the bottom of the flange blank , the wires fit fine with clearance. As with any header app. you may have to make a special tool , there is nice room, I would not want to change them ,when they are hot !!!
Po ol DavieSparta , Tn.
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Greg D
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That is pretty interesting. I have wondered about this swap myself.
1964 F 100 LWB Roller 5.0 & T-5
2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ
2009 Harley FXSTB Night Train
"I still have a Y block - it's just not in anything yet."
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Any pic's of the drivers side available yet? I was wondering what you have to do to clear the steering shaft..... This is a great idea and useful for many projects with a tight budget .......
Steve Metzger Tucson, Arizona
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I think there would be a market for this. I wonder how it would work for trucks? Should have plenty of clearance I would think.
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mongo
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I have been busy with my other cars, the drivers side is going to be more challenging , but the pass side is all done . came out great , no leaks ,quiet . Will update this post with drivers side, my no. is 931-739-0152
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mongo
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Here's the finishing touches to the pass side ,from the bottom. The engine mount stabilizer bar with fabbed up one that attched to header flange. Seems to work fine, maybe even a little stiffer than stock.  
Po ol DavieSparta , Tn.
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