I am restoring a 66 Mustang to be a daily driver. The car was originally a 6 cylinder, but I am upgrading to all V8 suspenion and steering and disc brakes.
Now to my question, I have the option of rebuilding the original straight 6 or buying a 66 289 C code with a Holley 4 Barrel carb that only has 82,000 original miles. This is going to be a daily driver. What is the best option to go with?
If I go with the 289, how can I improve the gas mileage? Upgraded edual exhaust? Electronic ignition and upgraded distributor? Upgrade the air filter? Any other suggestions?
Either engine will be paired with a rebuilt C4 transmission. May go with an AOD if I can find one in good mechanical shape worth the price.
Now to my question, I have the option of rebuilding the original straight 6 or buying a 66 289 C code with a Holley 4 Barrel carb that only has 82,000 original miles. This is going to be a daily driver. What is the best option to go with?
If I go with the 289, how can I improve the gas mileage? Upgraded edual exhaust? Electronic ignition and upgraded distributor? Upgrade the air filter? Any other suggestions?
Either engine will be paired with a rebuilt C4 transmission. May go with an AOD if I can find one in good mechanical shape worth the price.