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1957 Ford Custom GASSER"BONE SHAKER"Hilborn Injected 541 cubic inch"Boss 429"This is an excellent example of the race cars that ran inthe NHRA "Gasser" series from the late 50's to the early 70's. This 1957 Ford is no exception to the flamboyant cars extravagantengines and huge wheel stands that drew in the crowds 50 years ago and still puts a smile on your face today. The 541 cubic inch "Boss 429" (Fords Shotgun Motor) is not only impressive to look at but pulsates through your body. Its only fitting to have the rarest of the rare Hilborn mechanical fuel injection system and huge 2 1/2 in. custom Headers. This car is well sorted and ready to race as-is. The motor has six passes since being freshened with new bearings gaskets and seals. The current fastest 1/8th mile pass to date is 5.78 at 123 mph with a total car and driver weight of 3300 lbs. This car's 10 point cage is certified to 8.50 in the quarter mile.The "Bone Shaker" is well known in the south east and has been featured in several magazines such as Hot Rod Deluxe Street Rodder Rod & Kulture Drag Illustrated and even Dragster Australia. This car looks sounds and performs amazing. This car fits in well in the racing scene and the show scene; it istruly a work of art. Everything on this car has a purpose withnostalgia in mind. This car features a 1946 Ford front axle with 1940 Ford split wish bones. This car has an original 60's MOON tank Superior 14" steering wheel Stewart Warner Gauges but whats most impressive is the original Boss9 Hilborn Injection system (modified by Kinsler). Don't miss thisopportunity to own this unique Gasser powered by one of Ford's most impressive and sought after power plants.Engine:541 cubic inch Boss 429 14.5:1 compression-Ford Racing Motorsport engine Block-Bryant forged Crankshaft 4.300 stroke-ATI balancer-Oliver billet steel forged Rods-Diamond forged Pistons-Kaase Boss9 Heads w/ 2.35 intake valves 1.88 exhaust valves-Custom 2 1/2" tube Headers with 5" collectors-Kaase oil pump-Moroso 8 quart drag race oil pan-Custom Comp Cam Camshaft-Comp Cam lifters-Shaft Rocker arms-Hilborn Fuel Injection (Refurbished by Kinsler) 2 7/8 Butterfly Throttle Blades-Enderle 80A fuel pump-1960's Moon Gas tank-Meziere starter-Meziere water pump-HVC coil-MSD 6AL 2ignition Box-16 volt Battery and Charger-Custom Aluminum radiator and Electric fan-Ram Aluminum Flywheel-Ram Clutch adjustable Base pressure & counter adjuster w/ Sintered Iron Disc-Quick Time explosion proof Bell HousingTransmission:-Johnny Hightower Jerico 4-speed manual transmission gearing- 2.65 1.88 1.33-Johnny Hightower shifterRear:-Custom Gasser 9" w/ 49 inch Ladder Bars on floaters-Strange Aluminum 3rd member with 5.29 rear gear ratio-Single adjustable QA1 shocks-Aerospace disc brakesFront:-1946 Ford front axle-1940 Ford split wish bones-Double adjustable coil over QA1 shocks-Vega style steering Box-Custom Cross Steering with Heim Joints-Aerospace disc Brakes-Fiberglass FendersWheels / tires:-Halibrand Magnesium 15x10 rear-American Racing Magnesium 15x4.5 front-29x10.5x15w MT with Tubes rear-5.50 15 Moroso Drag specials frontInterior:-Custom Fiberglass seats-10 point cage Certified to 8.50 in the 1/4 mile-Gold Sheet-metal-Stewart Warner Gauges-Custom toggle Switches-Vintage Autometer Tach-Vintage 14" Superior Steering WheelVideo Links Below See a video of this item See a video of this item See a video of this item :This vehicle is for sale as-is where-is. The buyer is responsible for shipping however I will be glad to assist a buyer with anyarrangements he or she may need.A $2000 deposit is due within 48 hours of auction end. The remaining balance is due within 7 days of auction endIf you would likeadditional pictures or information please call 864-494-4485 (if youreceivea voicemail please leave a message I will return your call).Please do not Bid unless you intend to BUY
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