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Old 08-14-2001, 07:22 PM
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I am considering putting a big block in the 74. What problems can I run into
I want it to look good and have the ac work. I originally was going to do a 383
But I have a 402 laying around ,so Its something to think about.
So far I need the exh manafolds and ac brackets pulleys-etc
Not sure about radiator, shroud air cleaner,hood.
Any Input is appreciated .
Can a 402 be bored to a 427?
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Old 08-14-2001, 09:18 PM
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I'm thinking about the same thing in my "77 - looks like brackets for the alternator/power steering side are Vette only pieces. I bought a set of big block long compressor brakets and am going to see if these might work for the AC side.

Anybody out there with pics. would be appreciated.

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Old 08-15-2001, 04:37 AM
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yooperod what part of the u.p HEY.
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Old 08-15-2001, 10:27 AM
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Rod

You need sus. upgrade unless FE-7 & rad. A 402 can not be bored to a 427.
383 can make same or more power & handle better. Looks like a SB. :cool:
To do BB, suggest at least 427. 454+ better w/ Al. heads & intake.

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I'm thinking of leaving the 3.08 gears and the th400 in the car.thats why I'm tempted to put the 402 in. ( could later change to a 454 if wanted)
What would be a good combo for a sbc that would work well with this.
Thats easy on the wallet.
It's for the wife to drive. has to run/idle nice,she doesn't like to drive the 64.
Anybody have experiance with Larrys in CA. their ad list a 415 CI SBC for approx $1500.
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