I just did an introduction in the "This N That" section and am hoping that this is the correct section to pose the questions that I have. I just purchased a 292 Y Block and 3 Speed Transmission off of Craigslist. The guy told me that the engine was out of a 1962 F100. Because I am going to be putting this engine in my 1960 F100, and looking for a reliable driver, I decided to take it down to bare block and rebuild the engine. Some of the questions I have are below. Please feel free to answer any or all. I sincerely appreciate the feedback.

1. Block Casting Number is C2AE-C. With the research that I have done, I have concluded that the block is from a 1962 Ford truck. 
Am I correct in this conclusion?

2. Head Casting Number is C0AE. I have concluded that this signifies the heads are from a 1960. Am I correct to assume that they are from a 292 Ford? Because I also see where this casting number was used for 312 Mercury engines.

3. I took the block and crank to the machine shop yesterday to be checked out. Upon first look at the cylinder walls, the guy said that the cylinders will need to be bored. Assuming that the engine has never been overhauled, and is currently a standard bore, how much do I want to cut the bore? I'm looking to build a good street engine to cruise in my F100. Are there certain pistons that are more readily available? 

4. Cam question. I am going to replace the cam with a new one. What do you recommend that will give a nice lopey sound, but will not require me to do any additional head work?

5. What to replace with new? As long as they check out ok, I am going to use the stock crank and existing connecting rods. I am also going to replace the original exhaust manifolds and crossover pipe with a set of ram horn manifolds. I am still on the fence as far as intake manifold and carburetor. I'm not looking to spend a ton of money on this engine, but do like the idea of maybe going with a 4 barrel carburetor. Thoughts? Also, what should I expect to replace with new parts (water pump, oil pump, timing gears/chain, etc..)?

I am sure that there will be more questions to come, but I just wanted to get these out there for review. I have pictures that I can provide if there is something specific that you need to see. Thank you in advance!


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