Where can I find a parts list to convert a 62\' falcon to a V8?

I've got a 62' falcon with a 144 six and 3 speed on the tree. The car is solid but it's my daily driver and it seems almost unsafe how little power it has. I was wondering if you guys knew of place where I can find all the necessary to swap to a small block. Also I would like to keep the manual trans but I know the little three speed wouldn't hold up very long, not to mention bolt up to a 289 or 302. Would it be easier to use a T-5 or toploader? I forgot to mention I swapped the rear to an 8" so it's ready for the conversion.

Thanks for the help

www.falconparts.com
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You need the left and right V8 frame brackets, intermetiate mounts, and rubber motor mounts. Optionaly, look at getting a V8 belly bar. Everything is available at the site listed above.

The T5 swap is a popular upgrade. The downside is tha the shifter comes up through the floor where there is a structural member. You can get an S10 T5 tailshaft that will pit the shifter closer to where the factory floor shifter went. Look at www.moderndriveline.com and T5 swap info.


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That's only the beginning. Probably will want to upgrade your steering and suspension, you'll need a new radiator, carb linkage, exhaust, driveshaft, transmission, bell housing and clutch setup, fuel lines, crossmember, a lot of patience, time and money. If its a really straight car; do it. If not give it some thought. You can make that '6' run strong.

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<font size=-1>[ This Message was edited by: retyler on 2/7/06 7:18am ]</font>

I agree with the above post very much. But he forgot: a complete rear end including springs, and brakes.

If I was not so far along with my Ranchero, I would go with a 250ci 6cyl and SROD trans.

There is deffinately a lesson to be learned when doing this. Be prepared to do some fabricating when doing this right.
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Try A&amp;M in Sacrameto CA the number is 916-922-8833.
Ask for Jeff.