new GM crate motor and a 1st gen.....some questions

[jakeslim]

I will be looking to drop a GM crate into my 69 k5. What should i be aware of related to mounts, oilpan etc. Is it a direct drop in? Also, I have a 4 speed manual..anything needed to put in a new crate?

lots of question in the next few weeks!
thanks,
Paul

 

[arq]

make sure you put in the pilot bearing, also make sure the crate enigne is compatible with your flywheel. the engine crankshaft changed in 86 from a two piece rear seal to a one piece.
everything else should bolt right in, unless you are getting a vortec engine. then you would need a new intake manifold.

ARQ.

 

[jakeslim]

thanks. Won't be getting a vortec. Just a base crate with no frills. I wonder if I can get something with no intake, no carb, no starter, no distributor, etc. That way I can modify just a bit.

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[stretch67]

most of the gm crate motors come minus dist carb etc. so you can buy the parts you want instead fo buying them twice! /forums/images/graemlins/yikes.gif