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I've put my '63 in the garage for the winter. Had a pretty bad shake in the drive train since going to the Grand Rapids Metro Cruise. Passed a car on the way up and something happened when I shifted from 3rd to 4th. I think it's in the clutch or trans, but not sure. Made some initial checks that didn't turn up anything. I have some other clean up to do and want to check some internals, so it's coming out this weekend. No rush, got all winter to deal with it.
1963 Marauder S-55, Super Marauder 406
Only factory 406 powered Marauder, and earliest built Marauder documented to still exist.
https://sites.google.com/a/wmich.edu/supermarauder/
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First retailed 2003 Marauder
Bought 6 June 2002
#168
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Post plenty of pics!!
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I'll see what I can do. My home computer died this week and I'm on the work PC. Communication will be touch and go until I get it replaced.Originally Posted by martyo
1963 Marauder S-55, Super Marauder 406
Only factory 406 powered Marauder, and earliest built Marauder documented to still exist.
https://sites.google.com/a/wmich.edu/supermarauder/
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First retailed 2003 Marauder
Bought 6 June 2002
#168
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Understood.
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I have a computer again!
No pictures yet. Literally just got connected to the internet at home. And I haven't pulled the engine yet. Have it ready to go, but had some family issues to deal with lately. It should come out soon.
Thought I'd post a little history.
The engine and trans were rebuilt in 1996 and now have 32,000 miles on them. This sounds almost new by today's standards, so let me put it in context for some of our younger viewers.
In 1963 a car with 100,000 miles on it was typically junk. When this car was built the warranty on a new Marauder was 12 months/12,000 miles. But wait, opt for the 406 engine and your warranty was now 3 months/4,000 miles.
Add to this the fact that Ford came out with the top-loader 4-speed in 1964. Why? Because the Borg-Warner T-10 4-speed they had been using broke frequently.
Now while I don't do 6-grand hole shots with it, I don't exactly baby the car either. I like to drive it hard, because that's what it was built for. It still runs like a top. Hit the key and it fires. Hit the throttle and it goes. (Hit the brakes and hope it stops!) But it has always used and leaked oil, and it's had vibration issues for years. This latest shake is more than I'm willing to put up with, it needs a good cleaning, and it has enough miles that I should have a look inside. I was just going to pull the trans, but then thought if I don't find anything there I would just have to pull the engine anyway. Why not make it easy on myself and just pull them both now?
So there we go. I'll try and provide timely updates and pictures.
1963 Marauder S-55, Super Marauder 406
Only factory 406 powered Marauder, and earliest built Marauder documented to still exist.
https://sites.google.com/a/wmich.edu/supermarauder/
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First retailed 2003 Marauder
Bought 6 June 2002
#168
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Good Luck!
Bet it's an easy engine & trans removal compared to a modern setup.
Wouldn't it be nice to install a 4.6 in it?
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Yikes tranny troubles, computer troubles, family troubles, your due for some good luck, I hope all goes smooth.
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Easy isn't kind enough. Check this out.
Check out the wiring harness on the valve cover. 3 WIRES!!!
There's also the starter wire and a ground. That's ALL!
I don't have space like that around the engine in my 2003.
1963 Marauder S-55, Super Marauder 406
Only factory 406 powered Marauder, and earliest built Marauder documented to still exist.
https://sites.google.com/a/wmich.edu/supermarauder/
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First retailed 2003 Marauder
Bought 6 June 2002
#168
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That's a great picture kirk what a nice car. Love the tri-power also. Have you thought about putting a set of dual quads on it? I know those dual quad manifolds are pretty expensive but boy do they wake up those FEs when tuned right.
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Having gone for a ride it the car at MV-X I can say that that marauder is a blast! When Kirk says it goes well to goes!. Good luck with the winter project!
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I actually prefer the 3-two setup. I think it provides better distribution.
1963 Marauder S-55, Super Marauder 406
Only factory 406 powered Marauder, and earliest built Marauder documented to still exist.
https://sites.google.com/a/wmich.edu/supermarauder/
______________________________ _____________
First retailed 2003 Marauder
Bought 6 June 2002
#168
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Dohhh! Forgot about the harness to the alternator.
Got it out.
I expected to find this based on history with the car. It is a symptom of the problem I'm experiencing. Problem has to be back of the flywheel.
1963 Marauder S-55, Super Marauder 406
Only factory 406 powered Marauder, and earliest built Marauder documented to still exist.
https://sites.google.com/a/wmich.edu/supermarauder/
______________________________ _____________
First retailed 2003 Marauder
Bought 6 June 2002
#168
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Wallowed out pilot bushing??
Why'd ya have to pull the motor to replace that??
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More to do than just a pilot bushing. This is just the beginning.Wallowed out pilot bushing??
Why'd ya have to pull the motor to replace that??
What caused it to wallow out so bad in just 32,000 miles? Looks pretty excessive to me.
Last edited by kirk; 10-09-2014 at 08:45 AM.
1963 Marauder S-55, Super Marauder 406
Only factory 406 powered Marauder, and earliest built Marauder documented to still exist.
https://sites.google.com/a/wmich.edu/supermarauder/
______________________________ _____________
First retailed 2003 Marauder
Bought 6 June 2002
#168
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A real bad input shaft bearing I'd guess??
What actually caused it or do you know yet??
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