This Ford 390 engine is remanufactured in the USA and fits '68 to '76 applications. The 1964 Thunderbird was the only model of this generation to have the word 'Thunderbird' spelled out on the front hood instead of a chrome Thunderbird emblem. Ford #: M-2824. Tambien escrib sobre novedades en relacion a autos, camionetas y motos. It has an output of 360 bhp (365 PS/268 kW) of power . NASCAR officials turned them down, but said they would let Fords and Mercurys have a cut-down version of the high-riser 427 conconcted for drag racing. This engine was rated at 410 horsepower with a four-barrel carburetor or 425 with two Holley four-barrels atop its aluminum manifold. the bumpers and lent their roundness to the top of the rear quarter Each taillight was divided into three segments which, when the turn signal was turned on, would light sequentially in the appropriate direction quite a show. in. 1959-1960 Ford/T-bird 352. Reproduction of part or all of the contents of this web-site in any form is prohibited and may not be recopied and shared with a third party. Dealership. 757 449-5530. Opening the trunk on convertibles for storage required that the lid be opened electrically, without deploying or retracting the folding convertible top. (The intake manifold on that engine was so tall that lightweight Galaxies and Fairlane Thunderbolts for the strip required a teardrop-shaped hood bubble to clear the air cleaner.). A new set of points and a condenser are cheap at any parts store, and the cap and rotor arent much more expensive. 1946-64 Ford & Mercury engine tune-up specifications including timing, dwell angle, and spark plug gap, and firing order. Ford had its most illustrious NASCAR season to date in 1963. $35,600. For 1966 the larger, 428 cu. 3) . Since 1946 Ford had its good and not so good years. The powerful and durable 427 hit the tracks in tandem with another new item -- a sloping "slantback" hardtop roof design that reduced the drag from the more formal Thunderbird-inspired style. Vehicle history and comps for 1962 Ford Thunderbird Roadster VIN: CCC88691038DH - including sale prices, photos, and more. << /Length 5 0 R /Filter /FlateDecode >> This is a consolidation of engine color information for Ford Thunderbirds based upon manufacturer's paint numbers that have been posted in various generation subforums over the years. You do not acquire Many Ford FE motors carry this casting mark on the block regardless of their actual displacement. % In an attempt to even the score a bit, Ford came up with a bolt-on "Starlift" fastback roof for convertibles that bore some resemblance to the slipperier Starliner hardtop roof of 1960-1961. Learn about our team members here. "Not so," says Joe Oros, who was Ford Division Chief Stylist during this period. The full-sized cars received another reskinning and enough refinements to make them arguably the finest Fords of the Sixties. Each generation of Thunderbird has its own devotees, with each offering the same comfortable cruising experience. 390: Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded: Transmission: Automatic: Drive Type: RWD: Odometer: 99000: Roadworthy: RWC: Colour: . Ford (USA) catalogue1964-1966 Ford Thunderbird 04th generation all versions catalogue1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau all versions1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Horsepower/Torque Curve1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Detailed Accelerations, Performance Review1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Tire Sizes, 1964-1966 Ford Thunderbird 04th generation all versions catalogue, 1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau all versions, 1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Horsepower/Torque Curve, 1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Detailed Accelerations, Performance Review, 1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Tire Sizes, How much horsepower ? Essentially, Ford engineers bored and stroked the 352. Galaxie 500s and XLs featured a bold bi-level side chrome The following specs apply to: Ford Big Block, FE Series, 360 c.i.d. A rising tide of Ford sales shored up production of full-sized cars, of which 845,292 units were made, up 140,517 from 1962. Certainly the drivers were not to blame. (Standard motivation came from the 138-horsepower six.). It was shown transporting the three gamers to Nintendo of America headquarters for a first-hand sneak preview of Nintendo 64. Specifications. The 390, introduced in 1961, is likely the most common of the FE-series big-blocks because it was used in so many applications. At least with a small block, you can hope to achieve reasonable fuel economy. A quarter-century later, it was a '66 Thunderbird convertible that Thelma and Louise drove off a cliff into oblivion in the film that wore their names as the title. 16 September 2007. proprietary (including but not limited to intellectual property) rights. The delay resulted from legal difficulties with various U.S. state laws on vehicle lighting. and more photo, or to compare up to 5 cars side-by-side - click one of the the buttons below: www.automobile-catalog.com The complete catalog of cars since 1945 , 1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic, (click on photo to view enlarged pictures gallery) 1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic (aut. Has 4bbl and tbird valve covers. Taillights remained round, but were sunk into a sharply edged rear cove. without speed governor)The same class cars with similar kind of fuel, power and type of transmission: 1964 Pontiac GTO Sports Coupe 325 bhp automatic North America 6.4-litre / 388 cui 242 kW / 329 PS / 325 hp (SAE gross)1964 Pontiac GTO Hardtop 325 bhp automatic North America 6.4-litre / 388 cui 242 kW / 329 PS / 325 hp (SAE gross)1964 Pontiac Grand Prix Coupe 421 Trophy V-8 4-bbl Hydra-Matic North America U.S.6.9-litre / 421 cui 238.5 kW / 324 PS / 320 hp (SAE gross)1964 Pontiac Grand Prix Coupe 389 Trophy V-8 4-bbl Hydra-Matic North America U.S.6.4-litre / 388 cui 226 kW / 307 PS / 303 hp (SAE gross)1964 Maserati Mistral 3700 automaticaEurope 3.7-litre / 225 cui180 kW / 245 PS / 241 hp (DIN)206 kW / 280 PS / 276 hp (SAE)1964 Iso Rivolta IR 300 automaticEurope North America 5.4-litre / 327 cui 223.5 kW / 304 PS / 300 hp (SAE gross)1964 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Sport Coupe 327 V-8 300-hp Powerglide North America U.S.5.4-litre / 327 cui 223.5 kW / 304 PS / 300 hp (SAE gross). Even today the Chevy Impalas with a 409 sell for twice and even three times the amount than a Ford Galaxie with a 390. Engine: 390ci V8. The Landau trim package added to the Town Sedan a padded roof and landau S-bars. During the early Sixties, Ford was seriously committed to pushing its cars around the tracks until the wheels literally fell off. 428 c.i.d. Vintage shop manuals are an excellent source for technical information and instructions. Total Galaxie and Custom production for 1964 was 923,232, up sharply over 1963. There was a very rare special order 427 available through certain ford dealers for 1963-1965 Thunderbirds, 120 of these 'high performance' T-birds were made. ]RN6McXTq#)FWz&xxvF-ePWeF(1tQ(7C#~-fYv7yJh XS\@35'LI+U-C`UuR@Cb6!1va{WW">[t+RV|/bD\N?Uv,jC4bZ~-kFxfpypFF1Rw{. Motor Trend tested two models, a Galaxie 500/XL four-door hardtop with a 390, and a two-door hardtop with a 427. The Galaxie 100 was available only as two- and four-door sedans. Specifications. Standard 500/XL equipment included special wheel covers and exterior identification, chrome-trimmed console with fancy shifter, and deluxe front bucket and rear semi-bucket seats. Like all engine families, the Ford FE 390 is plagued with a few design problems. It served this role well, and there are still many Ford trucks on the road with 390 engines. Sales, impacted by increasing competition (including from Ford's own Mustang), dipped to 74,972. An Introduction to the Ford 390 FE Engine. ASM INFO (CARB TAG). Dual headlights, a low-placed sweeping grille and upright windshield all were similar to the Bullet Bird, but the deeply sculptured sides were new as were the large rear taillights. The 1962 was among the last Fords styled under the direction of George Walker. While body styling changed dramatically from year to year, inner body panels and floor pans changed very little. (1964 to 1966)-$20,797 30. commute directions_car 5th Gen (1967 to 1971)- Vehicles such as the Mercury Cyclone GT and the Mercury Cougar GT fall into this category. Homologation: Group 2 Chassis number: BBATRY80830 Engine number: CG12055 Engine type: Pinto, 205 block Engine specifications: 2200cc, in line 4, Aerolite pistons with steel pushrods, DOHC, Burton cylinder head stage 2, carburetted . Cruise-O-Matic was now the standard transmission on the XLs, and Fordomatic was no longer available on any full-sized Ford. Replaces Ford part# C20Z-13031-A. Meanwhile, the low-end Ranch Wagon disappeared. Most of these items are so inexpensive that you might as well upgrade them as soon as possible. For 1966, the 390-cubic-inch V8's power was increased to 315hp (235kW). 4 0 obj Plus, a 350 engine and Turbo 400 auto is a pretty good combo.. It featured several gadgets including the ability to display a scrolling message which ran across the tail-lights. The 2- and 4-barrel versions of the 390 were most common, seconded by the high-performance versions that made Ford a hit in 1961 . In fact those taillights would become the new Thunderbird's signature innovation but not during '64. commercial copying, redistribution, use or publication by you of any such For general Thunderbird information, see. We're reader-supported, and may earn commissions when you buy through our links. The only remnant of the Thunderbird's former sporty image was the fact that the standard 390-cubic-inch 300hp (224kW) V8 engine needed nearly 11 seconds to push the heavy T-bird to 60mph (97km/h). 4.36" x 3.59". 1964 Ford Thunderbird$17,500or $288/mo. The automobile-catalog.com website is only for the on-line view using the internet browser. Hardtop above shown in Caspian Blue Metallic paint (code H). 1964 Thunderbird. Fords of the period had their origins in the 118-inch-wheelbase 1957 Fairlane. 70 1/2) (1970-1970), Ford Mustang 2gen (Mustang II) (1974-1978), Ford Mustang Ghia Vignale Concept (1985-1985). When you buy, make sure the body stamping matches the ASM TAG I.D. He was especially impressed with Ford's improved, firmer suspension. 22 Ford flipping over in flames. The taillights became spectacular for 1965 as they gained sequential operation. Despite the fascinating taillights, sales drooped to 74,972 Thunderbirds. (However, total Ford production was up by more than 220,000 units.). Where the 390 differs from the earlier 332/352/361 is its longer stroke3.78 inches. New reversed scoops appeared in each front fender and there were a few other trim tweaks, but the car was otherwise virtually unchanged from before. 375 @ 5200. You can also rebuild the carburetor or replace it with a new one. 1964 Ford Thunderbird . The Ford 390 was phased out of use in passenger cars in 1971, though it found a niche as a durable and torquey pickup truck motor until 1976. 1964 Ford Thunderbird. Chalk another vote for the 15w-40 delo. ENGINEFORD 390 FE BIG BLOCKMANUFACTURERFORDYEARS PRODUCED1961 to 1976DISPLACEMENT390CI (6.4L)CONFIGURATIONBIG BLOCK V8FUEL TYPEGASOLINECOMPRESSION RATIO10.5:1FIRING ORDER1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8BORE4.05 INCHES (102.87 MM)STROKE3.785 INCHES (96.14 MM)HORSEPOWER (1963)250 HP (190 kW)TORQUE378 LB-FTGAS MILEAGE10-17 MPG (EST). 2) Spare tire, wheel, Jack and handle in place. But before he did, he approved the styling of the 1962 and possibly the 1963 models. $39,995. ENGINEFORD 390 FE BIG BLOCKMANUFACTURERFORDYEARS PRODUCED1961 to 1976DISPLACEMENT390CI (6.4L)CONFIGURATIONBIG BLOCK V8 FUEL TYPE GASOLINECOMPRESSION RATIO10.5:1FIRING ORDER1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8BORE4.05 INCHES (102.87 MM)STROKE3.785 INCHES (96.14 MM)HORSEPOWER (1963)250 HP (190 kW)TORQUE378 LB-FTGAS MILEAGE10-17 MPG (EST) Demise of the Ford 390 There were two engines positioned above that, both 427's, but this 390 would deliver the goods for me as far as I'm concerned. 1964 - 1966 : Price : $4,392-$4,850: Weight : 4468 lbs | 2026.651 kg: Power. Vehicles with Similar 14.77 HP/Weight Ratio 2022 Honda Civic Si The standard 390 cu. A green 1966 Thunderbird convertible was prominently featured in the 1991 Ridley Scott film Thelma and Louise, starring Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis, a red 1966 Thunderbird convertible was featured in the 1983 film The Outsiders which was directed by Francis Ford Coppola, and a black 1965 Thunderbird Convertible was featured in the David Lynch film Wild at Heart, starring Nicolas Cage and Laura Dern. Heads were the same as on the standard version. The mighty 390 Thunderbird Special was introduced in 1961 and remained the basis of all big-block Ford performance engines for years to come. But it did have cross-bolted main bearing caps, a new side gallery oiling system, a forged steel crank, wedge-shaped combustion chambers, big valves, and solid lifters. Total 1964 sales were excellent: 92,465, up nearly 50% from the previous year. 3) in 1964, the model with 2-door hardtop coupe body and V-8 6384 cm3 / 389.6 cui, 223.5 kW / 304 PS / 300 hp (SAE gross) offered since September 1963 for North America U.S.. V8 Engine, Numbers Matching 3-Speed Automatic Transmission, Raven Black Exterior, White Vinyl Interior, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Air Conditioning, Tilt-Away Steering Column, 15" Wheels, Thunderbird Hubcaps, White Wall Tires, Raven Black T-Bird with 390 C.I. Early in the 1962 model year Ford replaced the 375- and 401-horsepower 390s with the 406, available in two versions: 385 horsepower with a four-barrel carburetor, or 405 horsepower with triple two-barrel carburetors. "Should a tire go flat, few women would be able to wrestle the heavy spare wheel and tire out of its high resting place or over the trunk's high lipFord's Thunderbird fills its intended purpose. Additionally, these engines are absolute torque monsters. Can go to 200 but wouldn't want much more than that. Engine. 2-door coupe body type. Flight plans, anyone?". Some years bodies were improved, some years engines were better, some years had better interiors, better chrome plating, or better paint. Complete photo gallery and specs - click the button below: Copyright. The 390 was used by Ford and Mercury in a large number of their production cars as well as several trucks. 1973 f350 super c/s 460/c6 22k orig miles. October 15, 2004. Ditzler Enamel#: DQE-9003. Moly and other lubes offer reduced friction and increased bolt tension, which will affect the torque figure. Late in the 1961 model year a Borg-Warner four-speed manual transmission was added for the 352 and 390; this was the only transmission available for the high-performance 406s. Engine Black: Engine Block, Heads, Intake, Front Cover, Water Pump, Oil Pan. 3 speed)as offered for the year 1964 since September 1963 in North America U.S. How many were produced ? Before performing procedure, "curb loading" and tire inflation must be checked. 3) in 1964, the model with 2-door hardtop coupe body and V-8 6384 cm3 / 389.6 cui, 223.5 kW / 304 PS / 300 hp (SAE gross) offered since September 1963 for North America U.S.. Does a 1964 thunderbird have an inertia switch? commercial copying, redistribution, use or publication by you of any such Some new options for the 1962 Galaxies were two-speed electric windshield wipers, power windows with a safety lock, load-leveling shock absorbers, a remote-control trunk lid release, and seat belt anchors (though seat belts were still optional). MSRP $3.99 ea. panels. Ford #: M1J-995, M1J-1611, M1J-1616, EP-1724 (Reconditioning Engine Black) Ford listed M-2824 prior to 1985-1959; M1J-995 appears to have been brought out in 1958, and M4J . Boss 429. matters or any part of this site is strictly prohibited. 1968 -69 . You do not acquire We cover cars, boats, planes, bikes, and virtually anything else with gears. Production/sales period of cars with this particular specs: Length:5217 mm / 205.4 inWidth:1958 mm / 77.1 inHeight:1339 mm / 52.7 inHeight with roof rails or antenna: Wheelbase:2875 mm / 113.2 in Claimed EPA passenger volume: Calculated EPA passenger volume:85.4 cu ft Fuel capacity:76 liter / 20.1 U.S. gal / 16.7 imp. This generation of the Thunderbird was restyled in favor of a more squared-off, "formal" look. The 1964 Thunderbird was powered by a 300 horsepower, 390 cubic inch V-8 engine coupled to a Cruise-O-Matic transmission. Z - Thunderbird 390 Special V-8 (300 Horsepower) There were a few legendary muscle car-era performance engines in the FE family, which means that the 390 has a lot of go-fast potential. 427 c.i.d. How much fuel ? Both were backed by a three-speed automatic transmission. Even the designers of the early Sixties Fords have forgotten a lot of the details, although the 1962-1964 Ford engines were powerful for their time. Dipstick Specifications: Part number: C2SZ-6750-A (standard) Measurements: 24.18" shield to FULL mark 25.90" shield to ADD mark If you have ignition points, replace all of the temperamental components. Economy was nothing to call your mother about, averaging 11.4 mpg on premium fuel over 1,500 miles of varied-condition driving. 1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic (aut. Engine Specifications 1961 - 1965 with 4 Barrel Carb (Lower Horsepower Model) Max Brake Horsepower: 300 @ 4600 rpm Max Torque: 427 @ 2800 rpm Stroke: 3.781 Bore: 4.0468 Compression: 9.6 (1964 and 1965 compression increased to 10.1) Firing Order: 15426378 1961, 1963, 1965 with 4 Barrel Carb (Higher Horsepower Model) site (including ProfessCars and automobile-catalog.com) are protected under applicable copyrights, trademarks and other Some people would describe the 390 as a little bit rough around the edges. Also, look for corroded or deformed wires and contacts, as these can be a nightmare down the road. The 360 and the 390 are marked with 352 on the block, which can be confusing. However, the Sports Roadster was gone. And while there are certainly benefits to electronic ignition, properly-adjusted ignition points can be just as reliable. The 390 is a torquey and bulletproof motor thats still popular with performance engine builders. Complete photo gallery and specs - click the button below:Ford (USA) catalogue1964-1966 Ford Thunderbird 04th generation all versions catalogue1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau all versions1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Horsepower/Torque Curve1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Detailed Accelerations, Performance Review1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic Tire Sizes The revised 'bird was initially offered as a hardtop, a convertible, or Landau, with vinyl roof and simulated landau irons. Except as expressly authorized by automobile-catalog.com, you agree not to copy, modify, rent, lease, loan, sell, assign, distribute, perform, display, license, reverse engineer or create derivative works based on the Site or any Content available through the Site. 1) Full tank of gasoline, radiator filled and engine oil level full. Total 1964 sales were excellent at 92,465 units, up nearly fifty per cent from the previous year, but the popularity of the Sports Roadster continued to decline, with only 50 Sports Roadster sold from the factory. New to the option list was the Swing-Away steering wheel. The Ford 390 is a very durable engine, and many people swear by it. The softly sprung suspension allowed considerable body lean, wallow, and float except on smoothly surfaced highways; there was an export suspension package available as special order. The column IDENTIFICATION gives the CARB I.D. A second facet of Ford's quality control program was its racing research. 4) All other leading removed. SPECIFICATIONS: 1964 Ford Thunderbird. In 1964 it is located in the engine compartment on the right side of the firewall, below the right side cowl drain. Your mixture should be about 50-50 coolant to water. "One additional item that should accompany milady when she drives her Thunderbird downtown for a shopping spree is an auto club membership," wrote Motor Trend. A naturally-aspirated stroker can produce upwards of 500 horsepower, which stands a chance at smoking a Dodge Scat Pack with a 6.4-liter HEMI. Like the 406 before it, the 427 was available only with a four-speed manual transmission. Newsletter; Subscribe; Dealer Login; Cars For Sale . 3) (model since September 1963 for North America U.S.) car specifications & performance data review, 1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau 390 Special V-8 Cruise-O-Matic (aut. 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