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A chevy V8 in a Model A, is it possible?
Hello!
Not too long ago I purchased a 1929 Model A rolling chassis. This is my first time ever building a car. I was planning on finding an A Banger when a friend gave me a 283 chevy small block from a '65 Impala. The engine is solid and I would like to put it on the frame. I know I will have to some work to the frame. Any tips or comments? Thanks, Panda |
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04-19-2012, 10:06 AM
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Re: A chevy V8 in a Model A, is it possible?
People have been doing this for generations. Its pretty common. For hot rod help try this site:
http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum
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04-19-2012, 10:07 AM
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Re: A chevy V8 in a Model A, is it possible?
It's possible, I have seen 454's stuffed into an A. This site is dedicated to restoration though, so you may want to try the HAMB with questions relating to a swap like that.
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04-19-2012, 10:21 AM
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Re: A chevy V8 in a Model A, is it possible?
be sure you weld in frame plates (box the frame) .
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04-19-2012, 10:37 AM
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Re: A chevy V8 in a Model A, is it possible?
Yeah I am going to box the frame and I need to find a K member. I'll check the that site out, thanks guys!
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04-19-2012, 03:10 PM
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Re: A chevy V8 in a Model A, is it possible?
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-hamb -chev 3 speed -chev rearend -boxed frame good luck FYI- mid 60s had '30 roadster with 265 chev , great fun to drive! |
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04-19-2012, 05:16 PM
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Re: A chevy V8 in a Model A, is it possible?
Chevy V-8 in a Model A is being done everyday. Don't know anybody in the last twenty years that still used the original Model A frame except for a couple rat rodders however. It's way to flimsy. 283 is a great engine.
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04-19-2012, 06:38 PM
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Re: A chevy V8 in a Model A, is it possible?
I had one in mine!
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