Olds made a 350 at one time, and if that is the motor you've found, parts
for it may be difficult to find. If it's a Chevy 350 mounts and such will
be easy, but not if its an Olds.
Which V-6? The 2.8 or the 4.3?
My feeling is that a 2.8 would be too small for a truck. The 4.3 is very
similar to a 350, and should mount the same, and thus could be an easier
swap.
If it were me I'd choose the 4.3 from the list you've discussed here.
Steve@OldSub.com
www.OldSub.com
-----Original Message-----
From: Larry D Finley [mailto:ldfinley@juno.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2005 3:58 AM
To: oletrucks@autox.team.net
Subject: [oletrucks] Rodding Time
Hi,
I have decided to go ahead and rod out my '51 3100. I have found a
350/350 Turbo, engine and transmission from an Olds for abour $300, and
think I could install it ok, due to all the readily available mounting
hardward and cross members, but I have also found a V6 and 5 speed from a
95 Camaro for $375 that intrigues me. I am thinking fuel economy here
(like who isn't these days).
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