Topic: X engine code in a '68 Mustang?

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I was just on the MCA web site and a guy on there states he has a 1968 Mustang with an X engine code. He states its a 390 2V.  I have never heard of an X engine code in 1968.  And I always thought the Mustang 390 was a 4 barrel(S engine code).The X code is not in any books or reference materials that I have...Anyone care to chime in?

[jwc66k]

It a legitimate engine, rare as well.
Jim

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Is the X engine code in any reference materials from Ford? and if so, what reference materials would it be...Thanks.

[jwc66k]

Ford Car Parts, Section 60, page 3, engine code 317, a 390CID 2V, Premium Fuel. VINs 8F03X170163, 8F02X170243, 8F01176947, etc.
Jim

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Where can i get this reference book/material?  I'd like to have this for my collection of reference materials....Thanks

[J_Speegle]

Yes really unpopular engine for that year in a sporty car. Friend has a X code Calif Special.

Believe the MPC list it as well as the saleman's booklet for 68

[krelboyne]

Ford installed 733 X code, 390-2V engines in 1968 Mustangs, and C6 automatic transmissions were mandatory.

[ruppstang]

I all ways thought all GT cars in 68 were required to have 4V carburators. I discovered a 68 Calaforina Special X code that has the GT option on it's Marti report. Does any one know about this?

[Sunlitgold68]

I might be mistaken but I do believe you could get a 68 GT with the J code 302 2V.

What kind of performance would the X code have? Would be interesting to drive one and see.

[JohnRB]

Ford installed 733 X code, 390-2V engines in 1968 Mustangs, and C6 automatic transmissions were mandatory.

189 fastbacks, 477 coupes and only 67 convertibles!

JohnB

[Bob Gaines]

This is a case where rare doesn't necessarily equate to desirable or valuable .

[J_Speegle]

I all ways thought all GT cars in 68 were required to have 4V carburators. I discovered a 68 Calaforina Special X code that has the GT option on it's Marti report. Does any one know about this?

Was it one delivered to Hawaii?  Never heard of of it  LOL Would guess that being a Calif Special allowed for some "creative"  grouping of options.

Yes have a copy of a Marti report for such a car



Got a copy of a Marti for one X code (High Country Special though listed/billed as a Calif Special) - non GT but with HD suspension and option we see on some other GT and non-GT Calif Specials

[ruppstang]

Here is a link to the car.  http://www.geevers-classic-cars.com/...-390_543/photo
Marty

[J_Speegle]

Just noticed ( couldn't recall) that the X code is listed as having dual exhaust as standard equipment. Source - 4/29 Manufacturer's Label  Prices

That would address the confusion

Thanks Marty  - same vehicle Have a copy of the Marti for

[Andrew@MagMustangs]

The X-Code 390 2V was rated at 280 Horsepower. I don't know the Torque figures.