Hello, I have a 66 Chevy truck, I put it a 454 big block. It was a tight fir so I had o torch the firewall. I also converted to 5 lugs with discs brakes. ...
Welcome Steve. How far did you have to move the fire wall back? Do you have any pictures of the project on the net? Paul '62 LT1 Moderator Madawaska, ME ... ...
Well, I bought the running engine from a friend for $550. I sold my 350 four bolt engine for $1000 to offset costs. I looked the engines side by side and...
I restore cars in my garage. From my experiences in not only teardown but refinishing, is to use a base coat paint-WITHOUT the clear coat, as it is the...
I've posted some pics in the gallery. I will take some more of the areas I had to mofify. I had to reshape the firewall inbound 4 inches on each side. I also...
Anyways, On the Big Block issue there was no cutting on the firewall because of the use of the Factory A/C. There is actually Factory Big Block Mounts from...
We need pictures. Sounds pretty slick ... From: 6066_Chevy_Truck@yahoogroups.com [mailto:6066_Chevy_Truck@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Dave Duckett Sent:...
I have my engine set as far back as possible for better weight distribution. I could just move my mounts further forward and not worry about it. With the...
On the motor mounts I use the ones with the long pins. I have the Heavy Duty swaybar up front with the short brackets as well as a swaybar out back. The...
Mine, in true essence, is a true rat rod. I used as many factory parts s possible. I used factory 66 control arms with 85 Suburban disc brakes up front...
Do you have pics of your truck? It sounds like you've spent some time and cash into your truck. It does sound nice. I have six children and they take up...
Steve, Send me you email...much easier to send pictures. I have pictures of different stages to share if you like. Also send me some pictures of yours...I...
well, my 66's fuel gauge wasn't working the past few days. It was constantly reading full. I pulled it out and the cable running from the potentiometer to...
Does anyone know what will fit for headers in a 64 c20 with a 1992 454 tbi??? I already have the motor in and running and it runs sweet!!!! Now I want to make...
Headers and exhaust is a good way to start. Headers are more efficient as they scavenge exhaust gases. Here is what I had done with my 66 with a 454. I did...
It's True.... Can't fit Headers on a big block if you are using small block mounts with out an ugly modification. Another option is www.BrothersTrucks.com,...
I have a set of headers for a 454 in a '70 sitting in my storage. I don't know of the would interchange. Any chance you are near Portland Oregon? Chris V ... ...
Whast kind of shape are they? would you consider boxing them up if I pay hipping and cost of headers? The set I have are ok, but they are a little dinged up...
The power windows are an easy mod.. You need to remove the window regulator, which requires removing the vent window assembly and then door glass. Be extra...
ATTENTION!!!!! I have a '66 panel with ALL the suspension/ drivetrain upgrades complete............how about some love on here....anyone interested?????? It...
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I've done the search, I've been to the web sites recommended, I've called customer service for most hitch companies and have Email inqueries to the rest, but...
There's not one available yet for 64-66...I've searched but...for 67-72 there is along with the license plate braket that springs down. Remember on 67-72 chevy...
That is correct. The only difference between the 63-66 frames and the later 67 to 72 frames is the steering box mounting area, and the curve of the front...
there were some croosmember changes in the middle section also. esp in the 4 x 4's didn't the str box mounting change in 68 or 69? ron sidney, b.c. ... ...
Sid, You're right about the 4X4's, I should have clarified my statement, as I've only had experience with the 2wd frames. The 67's and up began using a...
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