anyone here drop one in their 67-69 camaro? What type of problems did you run into?

 

I am pretty sure someone at this site has done that and can answer any questions you might have.

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good luck with your project
bob

 

I'm about to put in a ZZ502 so I have "researched" many of the problems associated with the installation.

One of the biggest problems you are going to have is the headers. You might have to grind down the flange to make it fit and you'll need to hammer the #5 cylinder pipe in a little to clear the power steering box if you've got one. Also if you are running an HEI distributer on it you will have to "modify" the firewall if you are running stock motor mounts. You'll have problems clearing the wiper motors so you could loosen them and turn it 180 degrees and it should clear. Also you'll need subframe connectors on a uni-body car if you're getting the ZZ502 or the HO 502 with 440hp or you could twist the frame. I'm sure you know you'll need an electric fuel pump. The clutch pivot boss isn't machined into the engine from the factory. You'll need to buy one from Scoggin Dickeys or fabricate one yourself if you plan on running a manual gear box.

Later
Brian

 

thanks....I have an opportunity to get the motor at a great price.....and currently have a stroker in the car with a 4 speed muncie....Not sure if I'll go through with the swap.....Was also thinking of getting a fast burn and dropping in a 6 speed as well....but not sure yet!

 

you will also have to change the heater core if its not a big block car .. (clearance problem for big block) national parts depot has the core and trim plate .. moves the hose outlets to the left ..

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