My name is John, and just to introduce myself I'm posting this here. I'm 26 years old, but have been around the block a few times when it comes to old rides. My first vehicle was a 1950 Ford F-2. I've been a member over on FTE for years. I came in search of Y-Block information as I've never messed with one before. Flatheads, Windsors, 385 series, Modulars... But these are new to me.

Here's my background story:

I found it in a junkyard out in PA. 1957 Ranchero; tattered, rusted and in ruins destined for the shredder. Me and my love of everything old school decided it would be a shame to see it go to waste. I know what a Y-Block is, but I've never actually seen one in person. Anyway, long story short, me and my buddy and my girlfriend pulled it out and I brought it home complete... Got the grille off it too. It was a pretty car in it's day; sad to see it like that but her heart will live on.



After the Grease-Off and pressure washer treatment, she came up looking pretty good; still wearing Ford red.



Now, after looking up to find out the casting number and information, I'm not really sure which engine this is, (have not pulled the pan off yet) but I'm guessing 272. The block is ECG (DIF), Rockers are 6564, and the heads are ECZ-G. I was pretty excited because even the valve covers are dent free and have original paint on them.

After seeing them and hearing them run on Youtube and whatnot, I think I'm in love, haha. I plan on building the heck out of it; project for me and my girlfriend (she wants to build it with me). I have no idea what I'd put it in, but I'm considering selling my mildly worked 429 and dropping it in my '80 F100 Flareside. I'd love to find a '57 Ranchero without a drive-train to fix up and put it in, but '50s cars are rare as hen's teeth around here unless you want a Tri-Five Chevrolet.

I look forward to conversing with you all in the near future. I'm pretty good at researching and searching, but I may have questions from time to time. I'll post pictures and updates as the project progresses.

Welcome to the site John, many here will help any way they can ( just ask ). Y blocks are a lot fun and when built right they can run like hell!! oops? I mean with the best of them. John Mummert has lots of high performance parts if that's the way you want to go or just build what you have and it will still run great! Good luck on your build.

-Gary Burnette-

Hi John,



Welcome to the site! My first vehicle was a 51' F-1 and my second was a 50' F-1 I bought my first Y-block this June, I wanted to have a Y-block in my truck when I was in high school in the mid 90s. My dad had small blocks, big blocks and flatheads in his cars, so I always wanted something unique.



Unfortunately, I had to leave the old girl sit while I was in college and then the flood of 08' in SE Iowa totaled her out R.I.P. It was sold as a flood vehicle...



However, I just bought a 53' Mainline in June and my first Y- Block a week after! Since then, the first one is almost all assembled and ready to be put in the car and I have become addicted to everything Y-block (4 months later I own 3 292s). This site is great, I read and reread old threads for an hour or so every morning before I go to work. The history of the motor and the people that own/owned them are truly fascinating, and you won't find a better bunch of guys anywhere else! The wealth of knowledge on this site is amazing, as are the people that share it with us!




-Johnny

Portland, OR

John: Welcome here. It appears you have a correct 272-57 engine there. Heads, exhaust manifolds & carb look correct. 272 & 292 engines used a 2 Bbl carb. Only 312s were 4 Bbl. & used what is loosely called the "B" intake. You've come to the right place for help..good luck with you're project.

Paul

Welcome to the site, that looks like a good find and the price was right. You can always find something to put a hot y block in.

Glen Henderson



Freedom is not Free

Letohatchee, AL

Hello John. Its amazing how the "protective coating" keeps old Fords looking new. If you visit the links page on this forum you will find some great links to about anything you want to do to your Y. Make sure you check out John Mummerts page. He provides our hobby with a great selection of aftermarket parts. Some that never existed before. If you want put a post in the classified forum. You might just come up with a vehicle to fit your engine. Never hesitate to ask any question about the Y. Someone here probably knows the answer. Welcome to the site! Chuck

Please put your city and state in your tagline. It helps to have a general idea where people live. I would hate to offer parts from here in New Hampshire and find out the other end is in California!

Y's guys rule!
Looking for McCullouch VS57 brackets and parts. Also looking for 28 Chrysler series 72 parts. And early Hemi parts.

MoonShadow, 292 w/McCulloch, 28 Chrysler Roadster, 354 Hemi)
Manchester, New Hampshire

Hi John! Welcome to the site. These Y Blocks can definately get in your blood. I started on them about 22 years ago with a 56 F-100. Stock 272 with a T-98 manual. The motor didn't stay stock. Bored it all the way out to fit stock 312 pistons, upgraded the intake, carb and dizzy added headers and power ram assist steering. I've got a 56 Customline Victoria now with a built 292, but I'm also building a stroked and blown Y-block. I'm not sure I want to put it in my Customline, so like you, I'm looking for a willing body to graft it into. The guys on this site are great...Always willing to help in any way than can. Good luck with your build and keep us posted!

Rono

  Ron Lane,  Meridian, ID

Hallelujah another one saved! And what a great girlfriend you have!



Since you already have it all cleaned up why not build a running stand and start checking it out that way. Pretty simple to do and you could chase down some issues that way and learn about the engine along the way. Several example are on this site if you do a search. It's possible it won't need a major rebuild.

thanks for signing on and welcome!

       A  L  A  N   F  R  A  K  E  S   ~  Tulsa, OK    

My guess would be that it is a 292 because of the G heads. Not actualy sure what heads the 272 had. G heads are one of the best stock heads out there. Welcome to the Y club. Nothing else sounds like a strong Y block.

I'm sticking with the 272 size.  All Ys in '57 got G heads, except the blown 312.

John - "The Hoosier Hurricane"