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#9109399
Flathead V8 to Ford C4 Transmission Adapter Kit w/Starter
- This kit allows you to put a modern AOD, C4, or C6 transmission behind your classic 49-53 Ford Flathead V8, giving it the old-school look with modern drivability
- Kit includes the starter, flexplate, bellhousing adapter, transmission block plate, hardware, and detailed instructions for a trouble-free installation
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Product Summary
AOD, C4, C6, Hardware Included
- This kit allows you to put a modern AOD, C4, or C6 transmission behind your classic 49-53 Ford Flathead V8, giving it the old-school look with modern drivability
- Kit includes the starter, flexplate, bellhousing adapter, transmission block plate, hardware, and detailed instructions for a trouble-free installation
- You have your choice of 157 or 164 tooth flexplate, for either a 10-1/2" or 11-1/2" converter bolt pattern
- Full-size starter operates on a conventional 12V system
- Transmission block plate is laser cut from 16-gauge steel, and gold zinc plated to offer premium corrosion resistance
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Speedway Motors 9109399 Details
Convert your classic Flathead V8 to work with a modern Ford transmission for improved reliability and driveability. Kit includes everything from adapter plates to starter and hardware.
Kit Includes:
- (1) Flathead-C4 Adapter & Hardware
- (1) Ford C4-AOD Transmission Block Plate
- (1) Flathead Ford to C-4 Ford Transmission Flexplate
- (Choose 157 or 164 tooth version)
- (1) ARP 200-2902 7/16" Flexplate Bolt Set
- (1) 1949-1953 Ford Flathead to C4/AOD Starter, 12V
- (1) Tuff Stuff 7629-1 Ford Hot Start Starter Solenoid
Details:
- This kit uses C-4 transmissions from 1966-76 Ford passenger cars, vans and pickups with 289-302-351W V-8's and 250 6-cylinder engines (exl. 170-200 6-cyl applications)
- Fits 1949-1953 Ford 8BA and 8CM Mercury Flathead V8 engines without integral bellhousing
- If the bolt pattern on the front of the torque converter is a 10-1/2" circle, order the 157 tooth version
- If the bolt pattern on the front of the torque converter measures 11-1/2", order the 164 tooth version
Charts
916-28901 Instructions (pdf)
Speedway Motors 9109399 Specifications
Speedway Motors 9109399 Specifications
| KEY SPECS | |
|---|---|
| MFG. Part # | 9109399 |
| Brand | Speedway Motors |
| GENERAL | |
| Hardware Included | Yes |
| Sold in Quantity | Kit |
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
5 Reviews
Customers verified that the C4 transmission adapter kit is high quality and functional. The kit is coined as a 'first-class' product for its perfect fit and compatibility, specifically for connecting a 1978 Ford AOD transmission to a 1950 Mercury Flathead engine. Users lauded its all-inclusive nature for installing C4 or AOD transmissions behind 49-53 Ford Flathead, highlighting its good material quality. Customers would repurchase the product, implying distinct satisfaction and practical advantages over competitors.
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
5 Reviews
Customers verified that the C4 transmission adapter kit is high quality and functional. The kit is coined as a 'first-class' product for its perfect fit and compatibility, specifically for connecting a 1978 Ford AOD transmission to a 1950 Mercury Flathead engine. Users lauded its all-inclusive nature for installing C4 or AOD transmissions behind 49-53 Ford Flathead, highlighting its good material quality. Customers would repurchase the product, implying distinct satisfaction and practical advantages over competitors.
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Flathead adapter Kit
3.0
11 months ago
JNM
Torrance CA
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The flex plate broke, getting a replacement hopefully today.



Good product.
5.0
a year ago
Dave
Boise, ID
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Most all was great! The only thing I would recommend is to print out the instructions instead of photo copying them so many times that the photos and print is hard to read. Wasted half a day before I went and downloaded them from your site! Thank you
Would Recommend
C4 transmission adapter kit
5.0
2 years ago
Phil
Naples, Fl
Verified
Typical Speedway product. First class and it works
Would Recommend
I would buy this part again if I needed another one.
5.0
5 years ago
Bill
Apopka Fla
Verified
It is a perfect fit to attach a 1978 Ford AOD transmission to a 1950 Mercury Flathead engine
Would Recommend
Great parts
5.0
5 years ago
Ford F1
EL Paso
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Great product, good quality.. All parts are included to install a C4 or AOD transmission behind 49-53 Ford Flathead
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Fitment
Fitment
1953 Ford Club
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford Country Sedan
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford Country Squire
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford Crestline
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1949 Ford Custom
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford Customline
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford F-100
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford F-250
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford F-350
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1949 Ford F1
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1950 Ford F1
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1951 Ford F1
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1952 Ford F1
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1949 Ford F2
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1950 Ford F2
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1951 Ford F2
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1952 Ford F2
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1949 Ford F3
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1950 Ford F3
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1951 Ford F3
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1952 Ford F3
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford Mainline
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford Ranch Wagon
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford Sunliner
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Ford Victoria
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1952 Mercury Custom
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Mercury Custom
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1949 Mercury Mercury
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1950 Mercury Mercury
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1951 Mercury Mercury
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1952 Mercury Mercury
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1950 Mercury Monterey
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1951 Mercury Monterey
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1952 Mercury Monterey
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
1953 Mercury Monterey
255 Ford Flathead V8
337 Ford Flathead V8
