I Found 2 Pantera Engines Dirt Cheap on Marketplace!

As you guys know I am kind of partial to my Ford cars and engines. And although I have built and raced several different engine platforms over the years I have never had a 335 series 351 Cleveland engine. Now these are getting pretty rare to find as they only produced them in the US for a mere 4 years. They were the most powerful small block V8 produced during the muscle car era and the 2 I bought actually came out of super rare DeTomaso Pantera super cars! Can't wait to build these and install them in some awesome Ford.
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[@user-fq6lf3ru7z]

Looks like Wawas bug is getting a engine swap😂😂😂

[@rock.doctor]

They LS swap 911s...why not a beetle... Kinda like bolting the wheels to the block itself...

[@jeremymarriner2105]

I seen a Bug with a 454 in it, so why not? 😁

[@cupitosbornejr.7905]

I've seen a bug with a 302 stuffed in the front

[@KarlGillcrist]

I've seen a bug with a 383 Mopar in it that could be steered with the throttle but her bug will be just fine for now with it's own engine ..up grades can come after she has her licence and driving experience

[@Americanmenaces]

That’s the best idea ever

[@leonhart2452]

The V on those heads stands for Venturi. A Venturi is like a tube but gets narrower in the middle. This narrow section increases the air velocity which in creases the vacuum to draw fuel out of the float bowls on the carbs. ` A scientific word than barrel.

[@johntatum1951]

Thanks for the info...:)

[@chuckp.20]

Lol.. Some of these youngsters never heard that before! Your explanation was spot on! We learned that in school back in the 80's

[@batmanlives6456]

Congratulations Josh !!! You hit the jackpot!!! Here in Australia the 4V closed chamber heads are the holy grail !!! Look at the crank shafts and look for 4ma cast into crank They are the best cranks We had a falcon here in Australia in 1971 that was a GTHO There were only 300 built They were the fastest 4 door car on the planet for about 20 years… All the parts you have there is what ford Australia used to produce the GTHO These cars were about 425 hp straight from the factory Look em up on KZbin!!! Great find Cheers from Australia!!!

[@jskyg68]

Cleveland's are awesome, My brother had a 71 Cougar xr-7 with just a 2 barrel Cleveland that outran everything in town, you could stomp on it from a dead stop and it would fry the tires through all 3 gears and barely move. I can't imagine what the 4 barrel version would do.

[@lisadoran8622]

You just have to love a Sleeperdude vid "mid-week" 😊

[@theodoredugranrut8201]

Love them anytime, I watch reruns in-between

[@mattewiegand9896]

Sure do.

[@rt3box6tx74]

I'm already 3/4 through watching this one twice. =)

[@chuckp.20]

Amen! That made my day!

[@remko1238]

I hope you gave that dude another ’huge thanks’ for his big ❤️

[@sleeperdude2690]

👍👍👍

[@greggfla]

Score!!! Had a big smile on my face the entire video! You had just the right timing to be the first to hit that FBMP ad. You know what Ricky Bobby's daddy says, "If you ain't first, you're last!" 👍🏁

[@sleeperdude2690]

That’s right

[@clevelandmaker386]

​@@sleeperdude2690 im glad you got 2 of me!!!😀 Now put the 4v in the Fairmont for power tour

[@KPaul7]

Right on 👍

[@dandunlap8638]

I drive a semi 3800+ miles/week, once she gets in the car, I can’t drive across the street without her help😂😂😂 And a roundabout totally confuses her😂😂😂

[@jockorccrawler9324]

Man, I love this family . Keep uploading vids. It's awesome to see a family so interested in old cars.

[@danhard8440]

now days in this twisted society its nice seeing a normal family🤣

[@jockorccrawler9324]

@danhard8440 I hear ya, brother

[@chuckp.20]

Amen to that! Need more fams like these guys!

[@PeterHinkle]

One of my all time favorite cars and motors. You have been saying that you wanted to build a 351C For quite awhile so now you are off to the races! How awesome is that.

[@davidlewis2681]

"Marge" pickn up small block Fords...shes a Beast!!💪💪💪💪 luv you guys!!!

[@justinsanders2705]

Two 351 Clevelands! 💪 Freaking awesome.

[@williamhutchinson6879]

I OWNED A 70 TORINO, 351 CLEVELAND, 4 ON DA FLOOR.. WAS VERY QUICK

[@ProtoType99468]

my 75 gran torino sport had a swapped 351 4V Cleve, gloss black w/Starsky stripe - dusted off all the hot rod B-bodys my friends had

[@MrMagoo321]

@sleeperdude2 every time I watch your show I'm beating myself up for wrecking my old 59 Ford f series pickup and my 70 Chevy Nova. Thank you for keeping the dream alive! We need more old car aficionados out there that rescue these old things and show people how to do it

[@sleeperdude2690]

Yeah for sure, thank you

[@gregoryblair9810]

My first vehicle was a 59 F100 with a 272 I believe. Wish I had kept it. I also later had a 76 Nova Concours with 305 that I rebuilt to use on my rural mail route.

[@MrMagoo321]

@@gregoryblair9810 no way gregory! My 59 was an F100 with a 272 also!! And they all had three on the tree obviously! That's awesome

[@harriettanthony7352]

I have to ask "WHY" is this needed? You might as well ask people to restore steam engines and drive them. Gas cars are the past; the tech is nearly 200 yrs old, and has been technically obsolete for 40 yrs +or- . This writer knew most of these cars when they were new, and I hated every one of them. A driving lifetime of carrying a whole tool box and 'half a parts store' in the trunk of my car. WHY is that good?

[@MrMagoo321]

@@gregoryblair9810 on second though I remember mine having a 292 in it. That was a long time ago

[@davesawdey9468]

Econoline E-100 josh. Mount a Cleveland behind the cab (like the little red wagon). Make a gasser out of it. That would be so awesome 👍😎

[@peniscaughtinzipper]

I've had several a100 dodges and they are fun even with a little power in the stock location. The whole engine is still behind the axle!

[@harriettanthony7352]

If OP is tossing Ideas for the Econoline{a terrible vehicle, and I owned one when nearly new} then put in a Tesla drive train!

[@Onteo1]

The 351 cleveland is a bulletproof motor. My 73 Mach1 has proven it for the 47+ plus years I’ve owned it. You’ll love it.

[@barbalbers8920]

I know nothing about engines but Josh's excitement says it all. More than a kid in a candy store, more like a kid given a candy factory! He's actually breathless describing the pieces parts! Very fun to watch 😃

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@billbeyer657]

There are a few Ford "holy grail" engines from the 60s & 70s: the Boss 302, Boss 429, 427 SOHC and the 351 Cleveland 4V

[@j_kelly]

I had this happen in December. Got on marketplace there’s a 74 f100 listed an hour ago. Messaged and was first in line, went out and bought it the next morning. Good for you sleeperdude! This will be fun to watch get built.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@jasonwilliams9331]

I helped my stepdad rebuild his 351 Cleveland for his 73 Mach 1. We did it back in the early 90s and that was a memory I could never forget. We will enjoy watching y’all build these. Maybe you will run across a late 60s Mach 1 and pick it up!

[@KarlGillcrist]

I agree with you if it's a screaming deal and you know it... pay the man what he's asking ...it's the honourable thing to do..much respect Josh and your teaching the kids the proper way to treat people .........looking forward to whatever you build those engines for...Karl from eastern Canada

[@maddiethomas5892]

:59 I have no idea what a 351 Cleveland is but I'm glad you finally got something you've always wanted, Mr. Sleeperdude. 4:43 What was that face you made, Wawa?! 😂

[@user-fq6lf3ru7z]

Sleeperdude bonus video life is good❤❤

[@user-ht1xu4gv2u]

Yup score. Assemble one engine as package. Then flip build other. One

[@danhard8440]

@@user-ht1xu4gv2u no way you know he is keeping both🤣 i commented he should boost the 4 bolt main🤣

[@user-ht1xu4gv2u]

@@danhard8440 gotta get caps added and line bore. It

[@williamhelms9942]

What You have To Do To a Chevy For All That: 348 crank in a 454 block for compression from the piston diameter, wide spacing between cylinders for cooling, shorter stroke for RPM, and canted valves for Hemi-like performance!

[@rodztorations5869]

Just throwing this out there. But I think you have a black fairmont wagon begging for a Cleveland. 🤪

[@aneb7458]

Gotta go in a wagon, just has too.

[@stevechilders2624]

I don’t know what to say. I’m more excited than you are for this build. I’ve always wanted a 351 Cleveland. It’s gonna be fun I’ll be watching! What a score!

[@sleeperdude2690]

So cool

[@glenclifton4563]

You hit the mother load!! I've had a couple Clevelands in early 70s Torino's. They were 4V motors and ran great. They were a tiny bit sluggish in low RPM but with a good stall it's not a problem. With a clutch pedal it'll be great. Can't wait to see where it goes!!

[@charlessistrunk3185]

Back in the 70's and 80's those engines was the favorite for truck pulls. My mom had one in her 74 LTD.

[@Neil-ru7kw]

Ralphie , the v stands for venturi (barrel) . A 4 barrel has 4 venturi's . The venturi blend fuel/air and cause the air to speed up going past them . Class dismissed 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@ladonnaghareeb4609]

Josh you truly hit the jackpot! Very happy for you. Good things come to those who wait, especially when they're a great as you and your wonderful family are.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you

[@dannysublett1014]

The 351C is my favorite motor of all time. I actually sold the last set of heads to a guy in Australia that worked for Ford over there. Ended up selling the block to a guy here locally. I can't wait to see what you do with these engines.

[@greggmundkowsky5798]

You had me thinking about my first car, a 1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport with a 351 Cleveland under the hood, i sure do miss it

[@ChristianandFamily]

He was organized for sure, the antithesis of Josh in that regards. Great find.

[@robinredman5192]

Blessed and Highly Favored. That's what I'm talkin about. John here, from the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thanks buddy

[@jackrussell3104]

Welcome to the club , remember they not only like the rpm(we turned our race engine to 7900) they like a lot of gear(4..56-5.14). the v stands for venturi

[@vinnytrevor3685]

Man I love old Ford V8s, I can't wait to see you guys build this up!

[@jeffreybolduc3359]

When I got my drivers license in 1976 my mom had a 1972 Ford Torino 500 (the 500 was the number of times I did a massive burnout !). Sadly it was a four door but it was fast. My poor parents probably dipped into my college fund to pay to replace the rear right tire multiple times. Love your show.

[@chuckp.20]

That is an amazing find Josh, you scored big time with those 351C-4V heads, they are super hard to find.. Especially the closed chambers, to bad you didn't have that pair of the closed ones! Nice Job! I'm very eager to see the build on one of those.

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you, yeah that would have been nice

[@JimsFastbackGarage]

That's a great score! I love my Cleveland. Josh, I use the Australian 2V 302 Cleveland closed chamber heads with 2.19 and 1.71 valves.

[@billtopka2584]

Great find.Have fun building them!👍😎

[@sugartreefordman7293]

Sweet find! Love to see a build on these!

[@davidmiller-lk2qx]

Great find on the old 351 stuff. Wish you and the family the best, love the content.

[@invisabledad]

Panterra in a Beetle! Can’t wait!

[@sleeperdude2690]

That would be awesome

[@dcallan812]

@@sleeperdude2690 need wheelie bars for sure 👍👍

[@jeremymarriner2105]

DOOO ITTTT!!!!

[@Carcrafter7165]

Josh this is The Video of the Century right here. This would be my Dream Video of my lifetime this is pure Ford Cleveland Gold mate I’m so sorry for blowing up the comments section. This couldn’t have happened to a more deserving family.

[@pamthomas2934]

Oooo🤗🤗🤗 look at all them goodies. Cant wait to see y’all use these on whichever you choose to go with it… impressive!! Excellent buy Josh! Sending you all Blessings

[@subtle7hunder62]

Extremely nice parts haul my friend. Congrats!

[@MPSoC]

So happy for you to finally get a 351 Cleveland. Can't wait to see what y'all do with it. I rode in a Pantera back in 84/85 and will never forget it. One of my favorite dream Ford's.

[@sleeperdude2690]

So cool

[@davidallen3050]

WOW ,,,Thats a grand haul ,,can't wait to see where they end up ! Many a Cleveland here in New Zealand ,Thanks for the surprise vid guys ,Enjoyed this one !

[@chandlergoins4981]

Awesome score!! happy for you and the family!! And I’m excited to see the upcoming 351 C build

[@TheHomeWrencher_1776]

Build yourself a Cleveland headed Windsor or you could come up with a boss motor that would be a good build for the channel. I built one years ago using D1 AE,J Block parts.

[@johnkummer7578]

I had owned a 1978 Ford Bronco with a 351 Cleveland and it was still on the road when I traded it in after 14 years of city and mountain driving (most during hunting season so lots of off roading). I could hardly see at night when driving it at the end. The lights were so dim, you prayed for a clear moon lit night so you could see the road. Brought me back in one heck of a snow storm pulling a 14' camper (very heavy 1985 something), chained up with a foot of snow on the roads coming out of the mountains on I70 into the Denver metro area then tried to go south and east but had to stay in a motel in Centennial. It was a great vehicle and one of the reasons I still drive Fords today. Watched one of your videos on the Ford Fairlane wagon which was so similar to the 1965 Mercury Comet Wagon we had. Keep doing what you're doing as it is great to watch and get so much education.

[@mariohughes2289]

Awesome video guys thanks for sharing ❤

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thanks for watching!

[@aviasuaz]

Gran compra Familia !!! Bien dicho Josh al decir no traté de querer bajarle.el precio porq era algo que valía ...se.llama Respeto y saber que estabas comprando.!!.Dios.los.siga bendiciendo !!!

[@user-lz6bh5fk7b]

Josh you hit Jackpot ! Josh & Tosh I had 71 Mustang Mach 1 I my Dad help me with refreshing 351 Cleveland he work at Ford . I was big fan that engine. You have great parts . That close Chamber 4 v is bad !! Your idea is killer about falcon . See Y'all

[@j2kinflarc768]

Sweet! Nice haul. It’s not always about money, often it’s just being in the right place at the right time. Can’t wait to see these built and what you decide to drop them in.

[@jpagrelius]

Omg! Omg! Omg!! U got 2 Clevland motors ...I have never even seen one in person..I've had 2 Windsors but holy moly u hit the lottery...all that NOS comp cam and lunati and all those roller rockers and coils..all stuff from the 70s so u know the quality is top notch...I could just sit and look at all those old packages and boxes with the vintage company logos...I can't believe Ralphie doesn't remember the Pantera..what s cool car..u hit it big today Sir!!!

[@FORCE_PBC]

Flock of seagulls/Dennis the menace haircut “with the back shaved” of course. Thong flip flops, & BIBS????? I’m speechless…. I’m sorry I can’t hold it anymore.

[@kevinsykes6778]

And Ralphy 4V the V stands for Venturi. Venturi just like your Dad said just means Barrels I have heard all kind of crazy things but that it.

[@davida.p.9911]

That's like all your birthdays and Christmases coming at you at once. ☺️ What a haul!! Congratulations!! I think a street/strip build would be cool. Can't wait to see your plans, Josh.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

HOT DANG you just hit a gold mine! Enjoyed watching and riding along with y'all!

[@user-cu7zq5xg1h]

I put a 351 Cleveland in my 1964 Falcon. It fit !! Drove it for 3 years!! Jerry in Buckeye Az

[@erniescarano1522]

Great haul....great find....Congrats!

[@keithhastings4092]

Sweet haul! Wa was trying to help. It didn’t go unnoticed. Nice job! Now put something together.

[@charlesroberts6965]

Great haul...looks like a great score. Market place pays off now and again...so happy you got your 351 C blocks and parts. Be great to see a build from start to finish. Appreciate you sharing your amazing adventure with us.😎👨‍🔧😴🚙😇🙏

[@danscott3880]

Josh hit the LOTTO. ITS LIKE CHRISTMAS FOR HIM. 😁

[@therealdavis2788]

They have 302 Cleveland’s in Australia. It’s pretty cool. First 351 Cleveland I ever owned was swapped into an 84 short bed regular cab 2X4 Ranger when I was 17. 😁 I had so much fun blowing tires off in that truck, but it wasn’t practical at all and I had to adult unfortunately🙄 so I sold it.

[@danhard8440]

i live near where they used to make the ranger back in the day

[@Twenty_Six_Hundred]

Yeah we had both 302C and 351C. We built them locally and i believe the heads were different for better flow including 3V heads

[@batmanlives6456]

The 302 Cleveland in Australia was built off the 351 just with a 3inch stroked crank and different rods They typically had 2v heads on them and the closed chamber heads

[@richardoswalt1009]

I just can't get over how excited the whole family is about car parts, except sqezzy of course. 😊

[@markridenour7890]

351 mother load.... SWEET!!!!! I had a 72 4 door Torino with a 351 cleveland paid $600 back in the late 70's. Bought it California and drove it back to Michigan where I live, still wish I had it!!!! it was a very nice sleeper of a dude car....

[@mrbill8542]

WOW !! you sure hit the jackpot there !!! Great find !!

[@jetknight7562]

I'm very happy for you it went to good hands and we all know you'll do good with the purchases. 👍

[@ShilohShepheard]

That was a wonderful haul. Good stuff!

[@jacobmoore921]

Can’t wait to watch you guys build these!

[@charlesweddington9562]

Awesome Can’t wait to see what it’s going to be in ! Congratulations

[@adriabolen7898]

Mid-week Sleeperdude video…excellent, helps with the withdraw!! Looks like you scored big with that market place find. Thanks for the video and can’t wait for the next.

[@terrytackett2403]

You absolutely hit the jackpot! Can't wait to see what project is going to get one of these engines.

[@josephgiallanza8022]

Good find gotta love them Cleveland I have a few myself

[@Romirome77]

Love when people get what they give! Happy you scored some amazing parts and seller got to see them go to a deserving family . Keep up the great contact Sd and fam!

[@angrytrucker420]

Hey SD. Watching you geek out over those parts reminds me of me when I buy a bunch of used fishing stuff. I get plumb giddy!

[@williamlawrence4290]

Great load you look like a kid at Christmas. I was looking through my grandpa that has passed away. ..I found a couple of things I will send when I can one is a breaker kit has springs and all that never been used and a few other things thank u for the videos really enjoy them ...

[@user-rw9xi8qv7x]

What a wonderful score 👏 Cleveland heads and 2 blocks and a flood of extra parts, what you decide you can't or don't want to use you can trade for or sell 😀 to 💰 get what you want and need. You are truly loving it ❤️

[@sleeperdude2690]

That’s true thank you

[@hobens1]

Wow what's some brilliant gear right there, awesome find.

[@waynekyle4431]

WHOO WHOO!!! That's a great deal! Glad to know you finally got the engine you were wanting! I got a car with the engine I WANTED! The Buick 3800!!! The 2000 LeSabre is nealy like new! We're both happy! From me here at Thrif-T body & paint in Wyomin'! Love ya'll!

[@paulmullins4439]

Great video enjoy watching keep up the great work

[@MikeRichmond]

Love it buddy! The first vehicle I owned was a 67 f250 with a transplanted 351 Cleveland in it. It definitely rocked my world.... Enjoy Buddy!!!

[@troyrunyan249]

Luck was on your side seeing that market place ad! Great hoard of organized parts and rare stuff! So cool! Congratulations!

[@sleeperdude2690]

For sure

[@billkitchens-hn1sc]

Looking forward to see what you put these in. Love your videos.

[@saltynlit]

Awesome score...so happy fer y'all....God Bless and keep y'all!

[@sleeperdude2690]

Thank you, you too

[@Hobodeluxe960]

SCORE!! Man that was a treasure trove of Ford parts. Those 4v heads are worth bucks.

[@GregoryBamber]

Good score Josh. I had a 302 Windsor and then a 351 Cleveland. After a rebuild and a few goodies I ran the 351 for 16 years without a problem. With a 2.89 ratio diff and auto that would cruise all day at 70mph at about 3000rpm.

[@msanders123]

WOW!! Awesome haul. I'm seriously jealous.

[@Iseerightthruyou]

Josh you are a riot. The stuff you say, has my stomach hurting at times. WTG on the engines. Cleveland is a great engine.

[@Joe-pk4we]

Congrats on the Cleveland looking forward to the build🔥

[@michaelmonday418]

Wow, those kinds of deals are rare. Good job finding it and jumping on it!

[@JamesWilliams-vs2od]

I just love the way Tosh talks Josh up. She sounds so excited everytime he gets excited. That’s a woman loving her man. I love my wife even more/feel closer when she’s into something that I’m into.

[@gymshoe8862]

Look at the carb float bowls--see if the floats pivot on the side or in the center. If the pivot is in the center you have a road racing carb--rare and desirable (prevents side loads in cornering from starving for fuel.)

[@rustyrobinson8027]

Thanks for the upload 👍

[@friguy4444]

AWE.........SOME!!!!!!!! So great to see you got your hands on the REAL DEAL BABY!!!! My brother had a 351 C when he was younger in the mid 1980's that was in a rusty Mach1. After that I never ran into another person with one. Always Windsor only. Excited to see what you're going to do with them!

[@sleeperdude2690]

That’s awesome. Thank you

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video Sleepdude Crew Josh :) & family you did super yes 351 on 2 or 4 bolt main on block rare in my area too not many around also ! Yes be looking forward more videos on assembled them Motors together and put a vechile too!

[@John-kl3ue]

Can’t beat the mighty Clevo s ..I built and raced one in Western Australia..377 cube ..ran 9.56 et …..at 147 mph ..in a 3200 lb car …nothing better than a screaming Cleveland….the 4v is a brilliant high revving head .

[@mattwilkerson7277]

I have a 73 Ranchero with a 351 Cleveland got it when my uncle passed. I have been waiting for someone to get in-depth so I can finally get mine done.

[@kerryhickman2235]

Awesome find!! I think you'll like that intake! I had one on my sbc in my 69 Camaro SS back in the early 80's & loved it!! I also had similar styled M/T valve covers like those. I'm looking forward to seeing what you decide to build & what you put it in!! Thanks!!

[@robertunwin5647]

It's so cool to think that my Grandpa worked as a supervisor at the Ford plant here in Cleveland where those engines were made. Great find! Lots of great parts.

[@williamgarrett648]

351 Cleveland!! Been waiting to see someone build one of these!,!