|
|
#578345 - August 09th 2012 6:58 pm
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: TriumphZombie]
|
newbie
Registered: July 16th 2012 1:04 pm
Posts: 28
Loc: Van Diego
|
also, I have 2 really good mechanic neighbors that are always there to lend me a hand if needed.... one other thing, It has a 3 speed on the column now, should I try to find a 4 speed trans to throw in there while I am at it?
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
#578348 - August 09th 2012 7:34 pm
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: TriumphZombie]
|
veteran
Registered: October 29th 2009 1:21 pm
Posts: 2377
Loc: Stephentown NY
|
You would have to change steering column.
_________________________
I don't mind Coming to work,
but that 8hr wait to go home is a bitch.
No matter how little I do,
I always feel I could do less.
"The only thing wrong with a perfect drive to work is that you
end up at work."
1990 Dodge B150
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
#578349 - August 09th 2012 7:44 pm
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: TriumphZombie]
|
newbie
Registered: July 16th 2012 1:04 pm
Posts: 28
Loc: Van Diego
|
what if I changed it to 4 on the floor? would it still need to be changed?
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
#578413 - August 10th 2012 8:37 am
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: TriumphZombie]
|
Administrator
Registered: August 23rd 2005 12:00 pm
Posts: 20328
Loc: Brooklyn Park, Maryland, USA
|
Best to find a donor van for all the linkages, transmssion, small parts, etc.
Well...you wouldn't have to change out the column, but you'd probably want to remove the shifter handle and of course the old shift linkage at the base of the column.
_________________________
Nate Breece (Nate the skate) 2% North Chesapeake Bay Vans A-100 Van Association Honorary Canadian(You Hoser!) -------------- 1994 Dodge B250 Elk Conversion (5.2L/A518) 1985 Dodge B150 "Burnin' Desire" (5.2L/A727)  
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
#578443 - August 10th 2012 1:12 pm
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: TriumphZombie]
|
carpal tunnel
Registered: August 27th 2001 12:00 pm
Posts: 7148
Loc: Fircrest, WA
|
Don't think about a v-8. There are many simple and cheap things you can do to a slant six that will really improve the performance and economy. Everyone will tell you slant sixes make no power and you should put in a v-8. They are wrong.
I haven't received any responses to the ad, but I will let you know if I do.
Edited by Reed (August 10th 2012 1:17 pm)
_________________________
Vannin.com is a free site! Remember to DONATE to help keep it alive!
"2 Mopars come with Spark plug tubes. One is a highly refined, record setting, world class, racing machine. The other is a 426 CI. boat anchor!"
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
#578444 - August 10th 2012 1:16 pm
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: TriumphZombie]
|
carpal tunnel
Registered: August 27th 2001 12:00 pm
Posts: 7148
Loc: Fircrest, WA
|
You might also try www.car-part.com I found an 83 slant six out of a Dodge pickup at Pearsons Auto Wrecking in Ridgecrest (1-800-446-5865) for $450. If the motor is in good shape that isn't a bad price.
_________________________
Vannin.com is a free site! Remember to DONATE to help keep it alive!
"2 Mopars come with Spark plug tubes. One is a highly refined, record setting, world class, racing machine. The other is a 426 CI. boat anchor!"
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
#583667 - September 13th 2012 3:40 pm
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: TriumphZombie]
|
newbie
Registered: July 16th 2012 1:04 pm
Posts: 28
Loc: Van Diego
|
Hey All, I just came across a bonus today and am full bore looking for a motor to put back into my van, If I were to find a newer lets say 83 motor, will all the accessories from a motor lets say from 74 bolt right on, IE manifolds, carburetor etc. I found a later engine and not sure if I should make the deal or not. Thanks!!
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
#583734 - September 14th 2012 3:44 am
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: TriumphZombie]
|
addict
Registered: April 12th 2012 8:32 pm
Posts: 665
Loc: Liberty, IN
|
Keep it a slant six. Economy and the cool factor.
_________________________
When Chris Farley talked about living in a van down by the river, did anybody else think that wasn't such a bad idea?
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
#583848 - September 14th 2012 6:22 pm
Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
[Re: HighwayStar]
|
newbie
Registered: July 16th 2012 1:04 pm
Posts: 28
Loc: Van Diego
|
hopefully yall can help me. I found a local yard with 2 motors, one is pre smog, one is post smog. he wants 500 for either and I will probably go take a look at them tomorrow. will the accessories from my motor bolt right onto any slant 6? or are they year/ model specific? I am talking transmission, manifolds, and all others. should I get the most modern engine as I dont need to run smog equipment anyhow? thanks for any help
|
|
Top
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 registered (),
1
Guest and
114
Spiders online. |
|
Key:
Admin,
Global Mod,
Mod
|
|
6694 Members
66 Forums
26241 Topics
424359 Posts
Max Online: 177 @ May 08th 2013 5:58 am
|
|
|
I agree keep it a slant 6....mine is a super 6 with 4 speed {3/1 overdrive} on the floor from the factory, when I bought it I was going to put a v8 in it but this thing is very cool with the 6 stick and a ball to drive............listen to Reed he's all about the 6ers.. 
Previous Topic
Index
