[292 Y block questions....]

Gents,

I am playing with a 54 Mercury, 256 ci and a Mercomatic. The 256 is a chronic smoker and is to be replaced. I just bought a 292 ci that is missing the following: intake/carb, exhaust manifolds, water pump and distributor. The block casting is C2AE (62' to 64"?). The head casting is ECZ-C (56"?).

Now the questions:

Will my 256 parts fit the 292 (except distributor)?

What would be the best distributor to use with this combo (256 carb is a Tpot)?

Suggestions for an eventual Intake and Carb replacement?

How do I determine what ECZ-C heads I have (compression ratio/HP)?

The engine was a non smoking, good runner but has been sitting for a year. Since it?s out, is there any weak link or "might as well replace it" parts that I should consider?

Sorry for the diatribe, but I?d like to do it right and I?m new to Y blocks.

Thanks, John

[WTB Ford Y block]

WTB Ford Y Block. Rebuilt or a good runner. I live in Central NJ.

Thanks, John O

[WTB Y Block]

I am interested in buying a sound running Y Block. 272, 292, 312 preferred. I live in central New Jersey. Please contact at jonhig60@comcast.net

Thanks, John O