Re: IML: '65 engine choice - economics likely to decide?

["Scott & Lise Scheuermann" <SLScheuermann@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

You are correct, although cubic inches help, they are only half the issue, the other half is in the gearing. I have pulled the trailer in question with a 318. Not high performance, but did OK even going through the Rockies. I was really only considering the 440 because before joining this list earlier in the week I was having problems locating a 413. Since that time several list members have offered to sell me one. Thanks! You all are great!

 

Scott

'65 Crown

----- Original Message -----

From: Frederick Joslin

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Sent: Thursday, November 09, 2006 10:29 AM

Subject: RE: IML: '65 engine choice - economics likely to decide?

Don't forget that the in the original post I believe that the owner wanted to pull a rather large trailer with his Imperial so the performance issue is real although not for wheelies, but for towing.

However, I would guess that the cam, torque converter, cooling and rear end choices have more bearing on towing capabilities than the difference between a 413 and a 440.

If I was setting up an engine for towing I would go with the most cubes, the lowest compression practical and forged pistons for durability. These choices favor a 440.

----- Original Message -----
From: Isenhour
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Subject: RE: IML: '65 engine choice - economics likely to decide?
Date: Thu, 9 Nov 2006 10:35:23 -0800


Did you say "HEMI"???????? I agree it's better to leave it alone at 413
unless you are going to make a HEMI engine out of the 440. Are you planning
on doing wheelies in an Imperial? Smoke some tires once and awhile? Drag
race at lights to surprise your competion ?