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Gotcha. Did realize the frame was utilized in that way.
Thanks for the replies. A general question regarding boxing. Is there a rule of thumb on how long the plate is in relation to its height? 1:1...
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My truck is an original OEM V8 and Automatic transmission vehicle that has been fitted with a late model 350sbc/700r setup. The transmission is...
I purchased a set of heads that were rebuilt awhile back. The PO said the heads only had a few miles on them but the engine was run without...
Thanks to all for the info!
I am confused. I believe this 1958 engine is a one piece seal engine, so is a single seal flexplate is required? The flexplates i have seen by...
Thanks. I checked again, this time looking under the block rather than just feeling and I actually have three threaded holes. Can I assume that i...
I was wrong! There are two tapped holes on the block for a starter. So no starter plate will be required. Is there a specal starter or will an oem...
I live in phoenix and its mostly flat in town. The original rear end is to be replaced with a corporate gm 10 bolt posi with 373 gears
Thanks for the responses. I located the engine starter plate that allow the install of a 700r4.
Well, the engine was to good to pass. Balanced and blueprinted with 6K miles. Engine removed when the car was wrecked. Paid $375 for it. IF i...
Thanks Guys!
The 283 is a 60 over bore 350 heads. Comp xe262 cam hei edelbrock 600cfm and what appears to be highrise intKe. I have a lot of questions for the...
I have a 57 chevy truck with a 350/700r combo. I would like to swap the engine for 1958 block 283. Will the 700r bolt tothe block?
Anyone install the Transdapt side engine mounts for a v8 in a trifive truck. These mounts utilize a bisquit style rubber mount with brackets off...
are the gaskets for the carrier and diff cover interchangeable? are they available or is silicone a better application? thanks
Thanks for the response. How is rod/shaft connected to the worm? once the gear is removed, can the rod be removed without disassembing the gear box?
Can the steering rod that connects the steering wheel to the steering gear be removed without removing the gear from the frame? The previous owner...
Thanks for the response and the link. I will only be changing the ring and pinion. Best regards.
I have a 1979 GM 10 bolt 8.5 inch rear end. I need to change the ring and pinon set to a 3.73 ratio. Will a ring and pinon set from a 1986 chevy...
Thanks for the responses.i will adjust timing and change out metering springs and look for improvement. After followup research, those two items...
First off, I have no experiece adjusting a carb with a big cam. I have a chevy 350 in my 57 truck with what I was told is a 290 duration cam. No...
thanks for the responses. Which type of cover works best for the under floor master cylinder, bolted or the bale type? is there enough clearnce...
I will be converting from front drum to disc on my 57 chevy truck and instaed of purchasing a double master cylinder through one of the mail order...
I have a 1957 Chevy truck with rusted kick panels. The rust appears to be on the cab side of the panel. This is my first attempt at replacing...
I have a 1957 chevy truck with a 350 chevy in it. I bought it this way and have no history on it. IT has a carter AFB carb and HEi ignition. I...
I recently purchased a 57 chevy truck. It has a 350 sb with a 700r transmission in it. The set up, while functional, does not look right. The...
Hello to the group! Just purchased a 1957 Chevy truck with big rear window and will be working on it with my son. Teh truck is very good...
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