Well my next project 64 c10 that I just picked up supposedly had a rebuilt 283, but after checking my oil the dip stick revealed a lot of trash in the pan. Although the oil appears to be clean I'm thinking that maybe the previous owners descriptions weren't exactly correct. Unfortunately the old man passed away about a month ago and he had different individuals working on the truck for him due to his failing health. This was his reason for selling the truck.
So what I am getting at is if Im gonna pull the 283 to give it a thorough checking, maybe I should just look into building a 350 with some pep in it. Our trucks are what 3,400 pounds and some change in total weight? I dont know if that small block with a 2 speed power glide will pull like I want it to.
Are the motor mounts location the same for a 283 & 350 or do they need to be moved?
Thanks,
Brim
So what I am getting at is if Im gonna pull the 283 to give it a thorough checking, maybe I should just look into building a 350 with some pep in it. Our trucks are what 3,400 pounds and some change in total weight? I dont know if that small block with a 2 speed power glide will pull like I want it to.
Are the motor mounts location the same for a 283 & 350 or do they need to be moved?
Thanks,
Brim