Frame reinforcing
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Cruising
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From: Lockport IL.
Frame reinforcing
Have a 77 that I am putting a new crate motor in. The original motor is a L48, 180 HP. Crate is a SB 383 stroker, pushing 400 HP. Do I need to add some supports to stiffen the frame so I don't twist it w/ the new HP. I have been told Jegs or Summit sells a kit of some kind. Do I need it?
2nd question, the 77 has AC which I really don't need & could use the extra room under the hood. Can I just take it out & do the make a plate / cover? Thanks in advance for your help & suggestions!
2nd question, the 77 has AC which I really don't need & could use the extra room under the hood. Can I just take it out & do the make a plate / cover? Thanks in advance for your help & suggestions!
Melting Slicks
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Melting Slicks
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Have a 77 that I am putting a new crate motor in. The original motor is a L48, 180 HP. Crate is a SB 383 stroker, pushing 400 HP. Do I need to add some supports to stiffen the frame so I don't twist it w/ the new HP. I have been told Jegs or Summit sells a kit of some kind. Do I need it?
2nd question, the 77 has AC which I really don't need & could use the extra room under the hood. Can I just take it out & do the make a plate / cover? Thanks in advance for your help & suggestions!
2nd question, the 77 has AC which I really don't need & could use the extra room under the hood. Can I just take it out & do the make a plate / cover? Thanks in advance for your help & suggestions!
No. You can follow the suggestions in the previous posted link if you feel like strengthening the frame, but it is not required.
A/C ? yank it! Remove and change the blower box.
