Looks great! It's a process of growth 📈 over time and you will be a master , not many people are into the old stuff that's kool keep it up, your videos are great 👍😃
Back in the 70s, I put a 390 tri-power in a 57 ford sedan with 3sp overdrive. Engine was from 61 Galaxy Conv 3sp. It was tired but had fun cruising HiWays. Got 19mpg on highway. I had extra gas tank in trunk and ran none stop st louis to Ft Benning Ga. Tri power was out of 61 tbird. Carbs do not like to be set for long time. Cork gaskets and power valves dry up and give MAJOR heart aches. Looking forward to your videos. thks.
that’s a cool story, I might have to carry 2 gas tanks as well hahaha I’ve heard the power valve goes out on these but I’m sure I’ll be driving this thing all the time
That 428 sounds awesome, I have a 64 Galaxie with a 428 in it as well but it's on the back burner right now. I am going to build an engine run stand for a 68 289 that I just built, and I am wandering where you got that starter mounting plate? I like that option better that using a bell housing to mount the starter. One more thing I have to say is I am 62 years old and I love seeing younger guys like yourself having an interest in these older cars, that will keep our hobby alive. THANK YOU!
Thanks Gary! I got the plate from eBay. If you type in engine starter plate it will pop up. They have them for all type of engines. A tip would be to leave it in the metal finish to get a good ground on the starter
Omar as soon as you lit that up...I had a huge smile just like your buddy. Ford and Hemi, have this distinctive pop.... I luv it .... Backyard Gear Head community is very very close.
great to see young fellas working on some fine vintage iron,my first ride down the dragstrip was in 1975 in my buddys '69 cobra fairlane,428 cobra jet,it was flat out awesome,best time of 13.11 on street tires,upgrades were edelbrock intake,750 holley carb and 457 posi rear,we had a ton of fun on the street,we were king until one night came up against a 289 sunbeam tiger,he smoked us by half a car lenth in a block,all good fun,cheers to you guys love your channel!
If that idles like that you have it dialed in. You should be so proud of yourself. Pretty damn good mechanic. You went by the books & it shows. Good job diagnosing the noise. Gotta put the 3 carbs on, better than leaning over a fender later.
Sounds great, another good job for Omar! Suggestion: Paint a half-inch wide X six-inch line on the flywheel beginning from the gears teeth. It makes it easier to see if the lope is from the cam lift or a timing issue! I really like the starter control panel, it looks very professional, maybe a side job for you building control panels for other car enthusiasts!
Omar did the .250 shims on the roller rockers on the edelbrock heads turn out to be correct im doing similar build with the Harland sharps and edelbrock heads
Thanks for the update Omar. Whenever you do a start up on an FE and don't spin a main bearing in the process it's a good day! This will be awesome once you get it in the car.
@@donschutte1418 Exactly. I know a couple people who had to pull their newly rebuilt engines for this reason because the builder didn't know what he was doing.
@@halseyknox The remark was because the FE series engines oil the top end first and if the engine builder didn't take the extra steps of chamfering the oil return holes and drilling out and screwing restrictors in the oil feed passages bad things could happen. While this is a concern for oil starvation at the top end or during spirited driving, first engine starts are always a critical time. BTW, I love FEs.
Great video - Excellent work! Think about installing older "legacy" valve covers to go with that tri-power for the "Early '60s look" - If they'll fit over those rockers!
Looks and sounds great dude, my dad and I got my 428 going too. We had lots of trouble also FE s man forever expensive 😂. Flat tappets went out the first 18 minutes but she's all roller now. Keep up the good work I enjoy your channel. 👍
Finally & Congratulations Omar! 🤟 It took me two years to build as well, Life does get in the way of fun. Your engine Sounds Great! now let's see who will have it installed in our Galaxies first, 😂🤣. I started mine 6 months ago already, and I haven't had time to do anything since. So now you've inspired me to start the installation process! Keep up the good work!
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie Make it work with the 4 barrels first Omar: then experiment with the tri-power 😛... I hear it's a beast to tune. 🙄I do have an Edelbrock 750, but I installed the new AVS-2 650, It's suppose to be very responsive up to 5000 RPM where my engine will rarely touch. I'm hoping to install my engine as well along with a Tremec T-56 Magnum 6 speed manual trans to install as well. it's going to be a nice project.
Sounds awesome Omar. Back in the day; my dad had this very same car. It only had a 289 w/4 barrel carburetor and that seemed really quick. Can’t imagine what the 428 tri-power will do. If it was me, I would run it the way it’s now for a while and later add the tri-power. Can’t wait to see the final results
@@OmarRamirezGalaxieHey Omar.. the 65 LTD and the 64XL..was very nice too..please keep us posted on your progress.. there's not many of us left... I am 3rd generation ford employee retired in 06..see you on the next one cheers🍻🍻🍻
It's a good thing you've got a strong heart LOL. Tri-power always gets attention at shows. Always. Probably because it's so rare compared to even 2X4s much less a single 4V. I'd go tri if it were my choice.
Get a Holley, engine master did a comparison between the Holley, edelbrock, demon and a summit racing carb and the edelbrook was at the bottom. It was 25hp down over the other carbs.
Good to know, I like edelbrocks because they are pretty reliable. I’ve had one for 7 years and never touched it. Thing ran great on my 66 mustang. But yes this one is just temporary, I’ll have to look for that video!
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie I love the idea of the edlebrook, you can tune it without pulling fuel bowls and it’s similar to the old carters but nothing like the reliability and performance of the 4150 style carbs. Love the build by the way, I have a dream to build an early 60’s Lincoln and throw in a boosted FE to run drag and drive events. Keep posting the videos, love every minute of them.
@@beekeeper6109 very true, I’ve also heard good things about the summit carbs. I’ll have to try one someday. I’ll be switching to the tri power so won’t be using the Edelbrock. A boosted FE sounds crazy cool hahaha
Ha Omar . Wow that thing sounds great . Ya the tri power carb set are kinda hard to tune . But congrats on the build . Just one question . How is the starter bracket gonna work with the bell housing on the trans . Looks like the bracket is mounted on the tranny dowel and mounting bolts . Just curious ...
Thanks! The bracket is to be only used on the run stand. Once the engine is ready for the car I’ll attach the engine plate and transmission without the starter plate
Been looking forward to this, Omar!! Sounds great! That's the exhaust your're putting in the Galaxie, right? ;). Good you caught that windage tray interference and didn't let it "work itself out". I'm actually going to skip the tray on my 390 build for the time being.
Haha these are some cheap Toyota mufflers I got for $20. I think they’re working hard to suppress the noise on the 428 lol but yes, it will have a proper exhaust once it’s in the car. I considered leaving the tray out but already bought it so might as well use it
Did you say oil pressure is around 15 -20. Psi. Hot. ? Was the lifter oil gallery plug behind the distributor put back in at the machine shop. Common mistake you can pull the timing cover to check
Im getting ready to start up my 68 stang for the first time in what seems like an eternity. It's been parked for about 13 years. The engine (roller 302) was rebuilt about 12 years ago. It's new to the car since the 289 that was in it when it got parked is no longer in it. Anyway, it's a very long story but what tips do you have for seating the rings? I don't have a mechanic background either so kind of nervous. I've been documenting everything as well and hoping for the best.
Flattening the scoops on the windage tray renders it less effective. The scoops are what peels the rotating oil away from the crank. You should have just clearanced where it hit and left the rest alone.
I’m guessing it wont work at its full potential but will still help in keeping the oil off. I just didn’t want to risk it flattening it a bit and it still hit, costing me another 2 gaskets.
Hey man great Playlist. I'm building the same engine soon. Just picked up a 66 thunderbird with 428fe. Roughly about how much did that cost in total? Excluding engine run stand.
Ive been looking for a good coupe! i figured it would be way faster and cheaper to get a complete coupe and do the fastback conversion. I already have a 390Fe for it as well!
There’s an engine start plate that someone makes on eBay. If you type in engine starter motor plate Ford FE it will come up. The cam was a custom grind by Oregon cam grinding I have a video on the camshaft check it out!
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie thats 1020 total cfm. Better than the old Chev/Pontiac tri-power but lower than Mopars 1350 cfm on 340/440 six packs. They run a 350 in the center and 2x500 cfm’s on the inner and outer carbs. Good luck with it Omar. Your certainly workin hard and spendin 💰.
Looks great! It's a process of growth 📈 over time and you will be a master , not many people are into the old stuff that's kool keep it up, your videos are great 👍😃
Thanks Charles!
Congrats Omar. Don't let a few minor problems get you down. To be expected. You worked through them great. Come on tri-power!
You did a really good job, Omar.
Thanks appreciate it!
Back in the 70s, I put a 390 tri-power in a 57 ford sedan with 3sp overdrive. Engine was from 61 Galaxy Conv 3sp. It was tired but had fun cruising HiWays. Got 19mpg on highway. I had extra gas tank in trunk and ran none stop st louis to Ft Benning Ga. Tri power was out of 61 tbird. Carbs do not like to be set for long time. Cork gaskets and power valves dry up and give MAJOR heart aches. Looking forward to your videos. thks.
that’s a cool story, I might have to carry 2 gas tanks as well hahaha I’ve heard the power valve goes out on these but I’m sure I’ll be driving this thing all the time
Well done Omar! I get the tri-power addition!
Thanks! Yes tri power is just too cool, It’s a must!
Sounds good man. Remember there is no replacement for displacement.
Sounds good bro! Can't wait for this thing to rip! Triple carbs!!! 😁
Haha yes it’s gonna be awesome, I’m excited for it!
That 428 sounds awesome, I have a 64 Galaxie with a 428 in it as well but it's on the back burner right now. I am going to build an engine run stand for a 68 289 that I just built, and I am wandering where you got that starter mounting plate? I like that option better that using a bell housing to mount the starter. One more thing I have to say is I am 62 years old and I love seeing younger guys like yourself having an interest in these older cars, that will keep our hobby alive. THANK YOU!
Thanks Gary! I got the plate from eBay. If you type in engine starter plate it will pop up. They have them for all type of engines. A tip would be to leave it in the metal finish to get a good ground on the starter
Omar as soon as you lit that up...I had a huge smile just like your buddy. Ford and Hemi, have this distinctive pop.... I luv it .... Backyard Gear Head community is very very close.
Awesomely cool. I always say if you don’t have any problems you don’t learn anything. Problems equal learning ! Great job.
Yes that’s how I took it. It couldn’t be that easy but glad to learn some potential problems for the next one
You did your homework and it paid off...Good Job!!!
Yes finally a win!
Congratulations good job and a job well done from an old-school guy
Well done what an engine we need more here in Australia keep those Chevs at bay
Hahaha yes!
I can never get enough. I just built a 390 and installed it in my 1973 F250 hiboy. The sound compares to no one
Great idea doing the start out of the car. Imagine all the extra work you would have to do if the engine was in the car. Great stuff and good job.
It definitely would’ve take much longer, especially taking off the oil pan. I just want to drop in the engine and trans and have it ready to go
Me and my Dad have been following your build for a while now. So awesome to hear it started and running!
Thanks appreciate it! The idle sounds pretty darn good, with some good mufflers it will be even better
great to see young fellas working on some fine vintage iron,my first ride down the dragstrip was in 1975 in my buddys '69 cobra fairlane,428 cobra jet,it was flat out awesome,best time of 13.11 on street tires,upgrades were edelbrock intake,750 holley carb and 457 posi rear,we had a ton of fun on the street,we were king until one night came up against a 289 sunbeam tiger,he smoked us by half a car lenth in a block,all good fun,cheers to you guys love your channel!
Congratulations, you did it.
That's good you caught all that in time things happen sounds good.
Way to go Omar! I am really happy for you! That gallop sounds really great!
If that idles like that you have it dialed in. You should be so proud of yourself. Pretty damn good mechanic. You went by the books & it shows. Good job diagnosing the noise. Gotta put the 3 carbs on, better than leaning over a fender later.
Appreciate it! Yes leaning I’ve the car with some of these heavy parts can get exhausting haha
Sounds great, another good job for Omar! Suggestion: Paint a half-inch wide X six-inch line on the flywheel beginning from the gears teeth. It makes it easier to see if the lope is from the cam lift or a timing issue! I really like the starter control panel, it looks very professional, maybe a side job for you building control panels for other car enthusiasts!
Sounds great! Good job on the build. JD
Yes congratulations Omar, beautiful story! A lot of highs and a lot of lows, yes I know
Haha yes, I knew it couldn’t be that easy
The best part is you worked out the problems !
And it sounds so sweeeeeeeeet💣
Man I knew it couldn’t be that easy haha but a learning process for sure
I just love the FE
That motor sounds really healthy! Job well done 👍🏻
Tri-Power no doubt. Great job and congrats!!!
Appreciate it!
Like Angles singing from above!
Hahaha my friend says it sounds like America
This was well worth the wait, Omar! It sure sounds good! The tri-power is going to be phenomenal! Congratulations!
Appreciate it thanks!
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie it sounds so good!congratulations to you? I s it going in the Gal or the truck?
Omar did the .250 shims on the roller rockers on the edelbrock heads turn out to be correct im doing similar build with the Harland sharps and edelbrock heads
Thanks for the update Omar. Whenever you do a start up on an FE and don't spin a main bearing in the process it's a good day! This will be awesome once you get it in the car.
Haha yes, I’m just glad I didn’t have to break a flat tappet camshaft. So many horror stories, but just glad it’s running!
If you are spinning mains you don't have a clue
@@donschutte1418 Exactly. I know a couple people who had to pull their newly rebuilt engines for this reason because the builder didn't know what he was doing.
What does that comment mean....is that a cheap shot at FE's or just a comment in general?
@@halseyknox The remark was because the FE series engines oil the top end first and if the engine builder didn't take the extra steps of chamfering the oil return holes and drilling out and screwing restrictors in the oil feed passages bad things could happen. While this is a concern for oil starvation at the top end or during spirited driving, first engine starts are always a critical time. BTW, I love FEs.
Great job, Omar! And great car and engine to choose for your first
Hell yeah man! Congrats!!
Nice work Omar! Yes go with the tripower! It looks awesome, I can’t wait to se it run on the stand. Btw, the stand turned out great!
Thanks appreciate it! The tri power will be really cool!
Very nice man ! I’m bulding a 428 CJ now and putting it in a 66f250
Nice work.
Tri power, three times the fun and one third the fuel milage!
Hahaha very true!
I have a 66 thunderbird 428 in my 73 f250 4x4 and it is wicked even in that big truck
Great video - Excellent work! Think about installing older "legacy" valve covers to go with that tri-power for the "Early '60s look" - If they'll fit over those rockers!
Yes I want to go more original looking on the valve covers. I’ll have to see which ones fit
Great job!! Your on the right path. Would your family object to me adopting you? Just kidding! Keep working smart.
Hahahaha
Looks and sounds great dude, my dad and I got my 428 going too. We had lots of trouble also FE s man forever expensive 😂. Flat tappets went out the first 18 minutes but she's all roller now. Keep up the good work I enjoy your channel. 👍
Great great work, really enjoyed binge watching your videos
Appreciate it!
Congrats brother
Thanks appreciate it!
Hold off for the tri power you will be glad you did.
Haha is it that bad to get them running ?
Nice job!!
Thanks for sharing
A little cam action there Omar!
Haha very nice cam selection I think, sounds great !
wow awesome
3” in 3” out flowmasters would sound even better ❤️it brings back great memories for me. That would be a monstrous sewing machine 😁
Yes! Complete exhaust will be done with some good mufflers. I got these for $20 and they suppress the noise pretty good haha
Finally & Congratulations Omar! 🤟 It took me two years to build as well, Life does get in the way of fun. Your engine Sounds Great! now let's see who will have it installed in our Galaxies first, 😂🤣. I started mine 6 months ago already, and I haven't had time to do anything since. So now you've inspired me to start the installation process! Keep up the good work!
Hahaha I hope I can get this engine in there soon! Really want the tri power but going to look into the transmission now
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie Make it work with the 4 barrels first Omar: then experiment with the tri-power 😛... I hear it's a beast to tune. 🙄I do have an Edelbrock 750, but I installed the new AVS-2 650, It's suppose to be very responsive up to 5000 RPM where my engine will rarely touch. I'm hoping to install my engine as well along with a Tremec T-56 Magnum 6 speed manual trans to install as well. it's going to be a nice project.
sounds great congratulations 👏
Appreciate it thanks!!
Sounds awesome Omar. Back in the day; my dad had this very same car. It only had a 289 w/4 barrel carburetor and that seemed really quick. Can’t imagine what the 428 tri-power will do. If it was me, I would run it the way it’s now for a while and later add the tri-power. Can’t wait to see the final results
Yes going to get it dialed in and then switch over to the tri power. Might even go fitech fuel injection later
Good work man
Appreciate it thanks!
Sounds good....cant wait to see it in the car and that first drive grats man :)
Hopefully soon haha this is a big milestone for me.
well done
Can't wait to watch this...
lol the start up is finally done
Oh man, that's f n awesome 😎
Haha yes, and these are some cheap $20 Toyota mufflers lol. Once it’s in the car I’ll make a whole exhaust and get some good mufflers on this thing
"Its alive, alive, alive!!"
Haha finally!
nice job.
Hey omar..my brother had a 64 the same color..i had a 65 torquise with a white top.both were fastbacks..i have a white 65 now..i love old fords..
Very cool! Love the early galaxies, especially the 500xls with the special Interiors
@@OmarRamirezGalaxieHey Omar.. the 65 LTD and the 64XL..was very nice too..please keep us posted on your progress.. there's not many of us left... I am 3rd generation ford employee retired in 06..see you on the next one cheers🍻🍻🍻
GNARLY!
70 psi is awesome!
I was concerned with the oil psi, since these supposedly like to run a bit low. But pretty darn good
It's a good thing you've got a strong heart LOL. Tri-power always gets attention at shows. Always. Probably because it's so rare compared to even 2X4s much less a single 4V. I'd go tri if it were my choice.
Haha my anxiety was an all time high during this process but glad it’s all figured out. I have something coming up with a 2x4 real soon!
Get a Holley, engine master did a comparison between the Holley, edelbrock, demon and a summit racing carb and the edelbrook was at the bottom. It was 25hp down over the other carbs.
Good to know, I like edelbrocks because they are pretty reliable. I’ve had one for 7 years and never touched it. Thing ran great on my 66 mustang. But yes this one is just temporary, I’ll have to look for that video!
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie I love the idea of the edlebrook, you can tune it without pulling fuel bowls and it’s similar to the old carters but nothing like the reliability and performance of the 4150 style carbs. Love the build by the way, I have a dream to build an early 60’s Lincoln and throw in a boosted FE to run drag and drive events. Keep posting the videos, love every minute of them.
@@beekeeper6109 very true, I’ve also heard good things about the summit carbs. I’ll have to try one someday. I’ll be switching to the tri power so won’t be using the Edelbrock. A boosted FE sounds crazy cool hahaha
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie you have probably seen this guy but in case you haven’t, crazy FE stuff. ua-cam.com/video/YD0WMGL6dCw/v-deo.html
Man she sounds great 👍🏾 🐍
Ha Omar . Wow that thing sounds great . Ya the tri power carb set are kinda hard to tune . But congrats on the build . Just one question . How is the starter bracket gonna work with the bell housing on the trans . Looks like the bracket is mounted on the tranny dowel and mounting bolts . Just curious ...
Thanks! The bracket is to be only used on the run stand. Once the engine is ready for the car I’ll attach the engine plate and transmission without the starter plate
Been looking forward to this, Omar!! Sounds great! That's the exhaust your're putting in the Galaxie, right? ;). Good you caught that windage tray interference and didn't let it "work itself out". I'm actually going to skip the tray on my 390 build for the time being.
Haha these are some cheap Toyota mufflers I got for $20. I think they’re working hard to suppress the noise on the 428 lol but yes, it will have a proper exhaust once it’s in the car. I considered leaving the tray out but already bought it so might as well use it
Did you do a cam break in ? ...it sounds incredible dude ! Congrats !!!...cant wait to see it in the car !
No need to break in the cam since it’s all roller valve train. That’s the one thing I didn’t have to worry about hahaha it will be in the car soon!
Sounds really healthy Omar you did a great job God Bless I always like seeing FE builds
Good shi* dude
Did you say oil pressure is around 15 -20. Psi. Hot. ? Was the lifter oil gallery plug behind the distributor put back in at the machine shop. Common mistake you can pull the timing cover to check
Im getting ready to start up my 68 stang for the first time in what seems like an eternity. It's been parked for about 13 years. The engine (roller 302) was rebuilt about 12 years ago. It's new to the car since the 289 that was in it when it got parked is no longer in it. Anyway, it's a very long story but what tips do you have for seating the rings? I don't have a mechanic background either so kind of nervous. I've been documenting everything as well and hoping for the best.
Flattening the scoops on the windage tray renders it less effective. The scoops are what peels the rotating oil away from the crank. You should have just clearanced where it hit and left the rest alone.
I’m guessing it wont work at its full potential but will still help in keeping the oil off. I just didn’t want to risk it flattening it a bit and it still hit, costing me another 2 gaskets.
🙌
Hey man great Playlist. I'm building the same engine soon. Just picked up a 66 thunderbird with 428fe. Roughly about how much did that cost in total? Excluding engine run stand.
What is it about a start up that everyone should go through!
I love this first start. Even with the bit of smoke. What tranny and rear gears you aiming for?
I got something to do tonight! Thanks for the vid. Any progress on the Mustang?
Ive been looking for a good coupe! i figured it would be way faster and cheaper to get a complete coupe and do the fastback conversion. I already have a 390Fe for it as well!
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie look forward to those vids as well!
Nice build you wouldn't happen to have a 390fe crank or motor you would be willing to part ways with would you?
I do but I will be using it for the mustang haha. I always see 390s at the junkyards here though
@Omar Ramirez what junk yard? And I have never pulled a motor at the junk yard just parts off cars. How would you get a motor out?
@Omar Ramirez I have a 360fe f100 I need to work on.... I live off the 5 freeway in Anaheim I havnt seen many f100 trucks in the junknyards around me
What did you use to mount the starter motor??; Also what cam are you running Sounds nice..
There’s an engine start plate that someone makes on eBay. If you type in engine starter motor plate Ford FE it will come up. The cam was a custom grind by Oregon cam grinding I have a video on the camshaft check it out!
Any plans for a dyno run?
Definitely, I’ve thought about it and do want to get dynoed. Really want to see what kind of Power this thing makes
nice but I thought you was doing a 390?
Haha no, I do have a 390 that I showed. I’ll be firing it up on the stand next!
Your Tri Power will look sweet thou I’m not sure your gonna notice any performance improvement over an Edelbrock 800 cfm?
Yes, I’m sure a single 4 barrel will do better than the 3x2 but I think it’s a lot cooler!
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie BTW, do you know the cfm flow numbers on each carb on the 3x2?
I believe it’s 320cfm on the primary and 350cfm
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie thats 1020 total cfm. Better than the old Chev/Pontiac tri-power but lower than Mopars 1350 cfm on 340/440 six packs. They run a 350 in the center and 2x500 cfm’s on the inner and outer carbs. Good luck with it Omar. Your certainly workin hard and spendin 💰.
What state are you in
What year is the torino in the driveway? I have a 69
It’s a 68 GT with a 302. I’ve got a cool video on it. Was repainted in the original lime gold
A 750 cfm 3310 Holley would make more power…..
Give it 20 minutes to warm 🥵 up ( fords ) u know u pull out in the street and it's not at operating temperature 🌡️ it's going to act up !
All that time n money and you put a used carb!! lol it does sounds good.
Haha it’s temporary but it worked pretty good lol
Outstanding. Have enjoyed this project a lot. My Cobra Replica finally arrived so I have work to do as well!
Very nice, what engine for the cobra?
@@OmarRamirezGalaxie a 393 stroker
ua-cam.com/video/cCgl9v9Yi_8/v-deo.html