63 Galaxie 500 Convertible engine swap.

Asked by GuruDW2PC5 May 25, 2024 at 10:05 AM about the 1963 Ford Galaxie

Question type: General

I currently have a 63 Galaxie convertible with a 289 with minimal horsepower. I
am looking for recommendations for the engine I should consider a swap.
Thanks!

2 Answers
310,605

Gene answered 7 months ago

I wouldn’t, just fix the 289. Could probably use a complete refresh of the engine and transmission.

3 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

  • 63 Galaxie 500 Convertible engine swap. 2 Answers

    I currently have a 63 Galaxie convertible with a 289 with minimal horsepower. I am looking for recommendations for the engine I should consider a swap. Thanks!

    1963 Ford Galaxie

    -

    General

  • 62 Galaxie 500 Grill Emblem 2 Answers

    I came across a 1962 galaxie 500 grill emblem. I bought it at a yard sale cause I thought it was really cool. Just wondering what the value is of one of these in good condition?

    1962 Ford Galaxie

    -

    General

  • A seat question about '64 Galaxie 500 2 Answers

    I plan on driving my recently purchased 64 Galaxie 500 XL on a long road trip. It kind of gives me the willies not having a headrest in case I get rear- ended by a distracted driver. Does anyone know...

    Ford Galaxie

    -

    General

  • 1966 Ford galaxie 500 frames 1 Answer

    Did they make two different frames for the galaxie 500 4 door and the 1966 Ford galaxie 2 door or are they interchangeable?

    Ford Galaxie

    -

    General

  • How do u put the top down on a 65 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible. 2 Answers

    Just bought at auction and no owners manual and not familiar with it enough and don't want to mess things up in putting the top down on the Galaxie

    Ford Galaxie

    -

    General

Galaxie

Looking for a Used Galaxie in your area?

CarGurus has thousands of nationwide listings and the tools to find you a great deal.

Postal Code:

Shortcuts

Search Ford Galaxie Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    MrBlueOval
    Reputation
    870
  • #2
    Gene Arnett
    Reputation
    380
  • #3
    James Sparrow
    Reputation
    260
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.