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1959 196 motor is toast help

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote carnuck Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Jul/04/2015 at 6:37pm
I wonder what other motors will fit your trans?

In any case, a 4 cyl 2wd TJ or Comanche may have the drivetrain you need (if the Rambler is open driveshaft. If not, the MJ axle may work with FWD offset rims if slightly too wide but then you need to add the rear springs as well.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote farna Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Jul/05/2015 at 10:36am
Only the American got a flat-head, so it's open drive and leaf springs. XJ/MJ axle is way too wide though, by about 4-5".

When flat-head blocks crack from heat it's usually around the valve seats. Could have froze at some point though.
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I have a 196 Flat Head complete. Sold to me as runner, but I would trust to be rebuildable. Email me for info.
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