Engine ID

[Mark57]

I have a 1960 T Bird Coupe that according to the data plate should be a 352 V8. The engine had been replaced at some point but the previous owner could only tell me its an intercepter. The expansion tank on the engine looks like a 65 or 66 style. Do I need to pull the starter to find the casting numbers?

 

[tbird5866]

What kind of number would you expect to find or be looking for after you pull the starter?
Could we see a photo or could you give more of a description of the engine?

 

[Mark57]

I was informed the casting date was located there. I just wanted to know engine size. The firing order is 15426378. There's an autolite 2100 carb. on top. The throttle linkage and gas pedal are newer type from 70's.

 

[tbird5866]

Autolite 2100 would NOT be original for 1960 T-Bird. The casting number on the intake manifold would be helpful as far as year goes. Displacement? I would expect 390.

 

[g_lower]

How about a picture of the engine, would be more helpful in identifying the engine.

 

[Mark57]

The intake manifold has a 1966 casting. I suspect its a 390. I did replace the alternator which is also not a 1960 item. The engine runs good. This car is going to be restored but have'nt decided whether to go all original or some modern updates.

 

[tbird5866]

Looks like 1965 valve covers (gold color) and 1964 alternator.

 

[Mark57]

Thanks for your input. Once I figured how to upload the photos I thought that might help. This is my first T-Bird restoration.