Ford Compact Ford MEL Engine Parts

Concerned about a transmission swap? Our engine transmission compatibility checker will help confirm what you need to make it happen.

We can teach you some of the major differences between the Ford and GM-style T5 Flathead transmission adapter kits. We'll also walk you through choosing the correct parts in order to make this installation a breeze!

Learn about the specs of the V8 Ford Flathead Engine. Check out these Flathead firing order diagrams and torque specifications chart created by the experts.

Heath P. tells his story on how the passion for 'hot rodding' was instilled in him by his grandfather. From driving tractors on their family farm to becoming a Ford family, you are in for a good read.

Ford’s small block and big block engine families have their share of flexplate differences. We’ll show you what to look for in this buyer’s guide.

Tim talks about the rare V8-60 engine and the parts we have to offer for one.

Check out some cool overhead conversions to the Ford flathead V8 on display in the Museum of American Speed!

Learn how to ID a Ford 8.8 rear end by tag, width, and code. Compare 8.8 vs 9-inch axles, decode gear ratios, and find which Ford models used them.

Darrian recently purchased a 302 Ford BluePrint Crate Engine for his 1962 Comet. Learn more as he walks you through what is included in the kit, it's out-of-the-box assembly and the performance metrics of the engine.

To celebrate the upcoming 106th running of the Indianaplis 500, here's a look back at a few of the engines that have competed at the Brickyard over the years.