Since I bought my 54 Lincoln Capri, I've been asking a lot of questions on here. A lot of them were a bit vague, just trying to figure out what I have.
Now, the engine, a 317, is at the machine shop looking good. I cracked the distributor getting it out but the carb was missing when I bought the car so I was planning on using a more modern carb, using a different distributor and changing the gear on the bottom. I was told a few things on here regarding this issue but didn't keep track of what was said. Like I said, I was asking a lot of questions and getting a lot of answers. I am now at the point of getting work done on the engine so I am trying to get more specific.
Besides changing the distributor I need to get the cylinders bored. The mechanic said he's looking for.030 oversized 317 pistons or possibly bore it out for 341 pistons.
I'd like to know what to look for as far as a different distributor. What years, make and motor size to get it from.
Then the pistons. Can Lincoln 341 pistons work on this 317 motor using existing crank and connecting rods?


Brad
Sierra Vista Arizona
1954 Lincoln Capri