I have a fairly built ford 300 6cyl that I plan on dropping in place of my 230 in the next few weeks. I went with the straight 6 to avoid issues with the exhaust, Pto, and just general fit. I have been told that there were several zoners using this set up and was wondering if anyone had some pictures of their installed motor that I could look at. Also curious on transmissions. Parts Mike sells a input shaft for it that uses a stock Ford bellhousing. I plan on keeping the T-98 and possibly the NP200. I plan to regear to 4.56 and I think the lower RPMs the 200 may survive back there (any tips on helping it do so would be appreciated).

My goal is to have a reliable truck that will do 70 comfortably and haul a trailer with my buggy.

BTW I am going to have a running 230 with a bad water pump seal available soon.