Modification frame 76 or 454ci 500hp!!!
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From: marcinelle hainaut
Modification frame 76 or 454ci 500hp!!!
hello!!!!
my choice is made I will install an engine 454ci with 500hp!!!!!!!!
I have a corvette 76 with a L48 engine of origin.
The engine will be to replace by a 454ci
I wish to reinforce the frame!!!! how to make???
which modification I have to bring to the front cradle?????
which suspension do I have to choose?????
which triangle suspension to choose???? (C4 type)????
is it possible to put a system DANA 44???
which coil over to choose??????
coil over mounting kits???
coil over shock - QA1????
which brake rebuild kit (4) (callipers, pads & hose)
which custom engine cradle to accept 454ci engine (require coilovers)????
which rear sway bar???
which motor mount adaptor plates for 454ci????
which suspension points C4 ?????
C4 suspension, front and rear????
I thank you much if you could help me in order to carry out my dream!!!!!
David
my choice is made I will install an engine 454ci with 500hp!!!!!!!!
I have a corvette 76 with a L48 engine of origin.
The engine will be to replace by a 454ci
I wish to reinforce the frame!!!! how to make???
which modification I have to bring to the front cradle?????
which suspension do I have to choose?????
which triangle suspension to choose???? (C4 type)????
is it possible to put a system DANA 44???
which coil over to choose??????
coil over mounting kits???
coil over shock - QA1????
which brake rebuild kit (4) (callipers, pads & hose)
which custom engine cradle to accept 454ci engine (require coilovers)????
which rear sway bar???
which motor mount adaptor plates for 454ci????
which suspension points C4 ?????
C4 suspension, front and rear????
I thank you much if you could help me in order to carry out my dream!!!!!
David
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From: CORVETTE 77 385 C.I. TEXAS
500+ HP is not a problem.
454 bolts in. For handling the optional FE-7 sus. will do it. If ride is an issue you could just use the FE-7 sway bars w/ std. sus. The primary advantage C4 had over C3 was the larger wheels & tires.
454 bolts in. For handling the optional FE-7 sus. will do it. If ride is an issue you could just use the FE-7 sway bars w/ std. sus. The primary advantage C4 had over C3 was the larger wheels & tires.
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From: I tend to be leery of any guy who doesn't own a chainsaw or a handgun.
The C4 suspension can be done. It just takes a lot of work, and the right equipment. For most guys I'd just recommend buying an aftermarket frame designed to bolt on the C4 parts. It's the old "time/talent versus money" decision.
The stock C3 frame is notorious for poor strength in torsion. It can be beefed up if done in an intelligent way.
Good luck, and post lots of pictures.
The stock C3 frame is notorious for poor strength in torsion. It can be beefed up if done in an intelligent way.
Good luck, and post lots of pictures.
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From: Cumana
The 454 will fit right in.
Just did put 496 with a 8-71 blower in my 76.
Changed the steering to a rack and pinion and the suspension to the leafspring suspension.
Remote powersteering reservoir.
The barke booster was changed to a 7 inch dual diaphram to accomodate the valve cover.
Exhaust is a jethot sidepipe set up
Just did put 496 with a 8-71 blower in my 76.
Changed the steering to a rack and pinion and the suspension to the leafspring suspension.
Remote powersteering reservoir.
The barke booster was changed to a 7 inch dual diaphram to accomodate the valve cover.
Exhaust is a jethot sidepipe set up
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