In a message dated 1/7/2007 10:31:33 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Planning to import so called ' crated' engines for a 1958 and a 1965 Chevy Impala convertible . currently these have straight six engines as were fitted to most GM export models of that vintage. what common V-8 engine should be ordered for these cars ? I am sure some on the list will have trove of knowledge in this area and will appreciate advise and insight to this engine purchase Mak, The best bargain in crate engines is the 350 cubic inch, 300 horsepower, with four bolt mains, advertised at many chevy dealers for $1495. This is an all new, completely assembled engine from intake to pan and comes with a 50,000 mile, 3 year warranty. This will use your carburetor and accessories. The heads will be drilled to mount most any stock accessory. If you want fuel injection, the same engine, called the Ramjet, complete with FI, wiring and computer, is $4495 and puts out 330 horsepower. For long life, fuel efficiency, and reasonable horsepower, that is a hell of a deal! Either way, be sure to use a reduction gear starter to avoid the old heat soak problems of standard V8 starters. I have seen the Denso 2 hp reduction gear starter for as low as $70 Just Google crate engines or call up the automotive classifieds of any large newspaper on the coast nearest you. The Arizona Republic has an ad in auto parts nearly every weekend. Regards, Jim Friesen Phoenix AZ 79 300SD, 264 K miles 98 ML 320, 146 K miles
