Pricing on conversion
Pro
Joined: Dec 2015
Posts: 578
Likes: 107
From: colo
Why put a big block in there, when you can put an LS in instead. Aluminum block, better gas mileage,more reliable.
I have been pondering one for years and have figured about 10,000 for a new engine, accessories, starter, bellhousing, motor mounts, hydraulic clutch,etc, etc.
I have been pondering one for years and have figured about 10,000 for a new engine, accessories, starter, bellhousing, motor mounts, hydraulic clutch,etc, etc.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 2,632
Likes: 112
From: Great Plains Iowa
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 823
Likes: 57
From: Austin TX
I think about that all the time for my '82. Used, running 454s come up for sale frequently in my area for $1K and less. The other pieces can add up in a hurry though. I'd need to have my 700R4 built up, new TV linkage, intake and carb, radiator and front springs, new exhaust system, accessory brackets, Eaton rear etc. All told, I think it would run $3,500-$4,000 plus the used motor. Seems like a lot, but on the other hand, much of that would be required even with a built small block. The difference between swapping in a 454 and installing a 400 HP small block is probably less than $1K. You've got to spend a lot on SB innards to get the torque of a near-stock BB.
Last edited by 454Luvr; Mar 4, 2016 at 09:52 PM.
Thread Starter
Cruising
Joined: May 2015
Posts: 11
Likes: 0
I know its steep but what would the pricing be to install it like the brackets http://www.proformancepowertrain.com/Engines/572-750hp.htm
Last edited by c3vettejose; Mar 5, 2016 at 03:52 AM.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 823
Likes: 57
From: Austin TX
I was thinking more on about this
I know its steep but what would the pricing be to install it like the brackets http://www.proformancepowertrain.com.../572-750hp.htm
I know its steep but what would the pricing be to install it like the brackets http://www.proformancepowertrain.com.../572-750hp.htm
