[DeTomaso] OT big block Ford

[asajay at asajay.com]

Hmmm... TPR Support Vehicle. Hmmm.

Asa Jay

Quoting Robert Kirk <kirkbrit at yahoo.com>:

> This is off topic but there is a wealth of knowledge here and I need  
>  some advice. 
>  
> I have a decommissioned Ford U haul truck which appears to be worth   
> more as scrap than as a vehicle.  Other than the 20 foot aluminum   
> box about the only thing I sense has value is the big block 359   
> motor.  These were specially commissioned by U Haul when they used   
> Ford as a supplier.  9 qt oil capacity twin thermostates etc.  The   
> motor still runs fine. 
>  
> Question is do I have an engine of value to anyone and if so is it   
> worth anymore than scrap.  It is against my nature to get rid of   
> something useful but I can no longer make good use of the vehicle.    
> Also is the C6 auto of any value.  Its a 1971`vehicle with a   
> fantastic service record.  When an "over the road" vehicle burned a   
> valve, UHaul routinely changed the head.  I was rather impressed   
> with how well the motor was maintained by the company.
>  
> Anyway not asking for any buyers just asking for a consensus of   
> scrap it or market it regarding the engine and trans. 
>  
> Team Pantera could also use it when the Brazilian Gals show up and   
> need a little shade or a place to change....several interesting   
> ideas occur to me for keeping it on the road! 
>
>
> Regards,
> Robert Kirk
>
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