Sorry going 350/350
December 4th, 2013, 02:44 PM
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Apologizing in advance?
Nobody ever apologized, before decking me one 
Why not search nearby boneyards for a modern Land Rover 8, instead? It's an easier swap and you don't have to mess with altering the suspension to take a heavy cast iron unit. These engines are plenty powerfull for a light compact car
Why not search nearby boneyards for a modern Land Rover 8, instead? It's an easier swap and you don't have to mess with altering the suspension to take a heavy cast iron unit. These engines are plenty powerfull for a light compact car
December 4th, 2013, 03:48 PM
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December 4th, 2013, 10:23 PM
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he is saying the engine is fine, just the trans is a P.O.S.
but the idea of the Rover engine and trans would be a good idea.
the only thing, I believe the Rover's are 4 wd, so the trans needs a extension housing set up for the slip yoke. At least I think that is what is needed.
If going with the iron blocks either chubby or Olds, suspension and brakes will need work. With the T-350, the trans tunnel may need some work to fit.
Plus some work to get a bigger radiator in. JMO
but the idea of the Rover engine and trans would be a good idea.
the only thing, I believe the Rover's are 4 wd, so the trans needs a extension housing set up for the slip yoke. At least I think that is what is needed.
If going with the iron blocks either chubby or Olds, suspension and brakes will need work. With the T-350, the trans tunnel may need some work to fit.
Plus some work to get a bigger radiator in. JMO
December 5th, 2013, 04:03 AM
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No need to go Rover tranny. I assume he's got one of these dinosauers. They shifted smooth. But, were even less durable than the normal Hydramatic:
Adapting a THD onto the Rover block: http://www.hemmings.com/mus/stories/...feature13.html
Adapting a THD onto the Rover block: http://www.hemmings.com/mus/stories/...feature13.html
...When considering using this transmission in older classic cars or non-GM cars, it would be easiest to find one with the Chevrolet bellhousing bolt pattern. This is because engine-to-transmission adapter kits to attach the Chevy bolt pattern are available for:
o Buick nailhead V-8
o Ford FE and small-block
o Ford 429, 460 and flathead
o Lincoln 337-cu.in. flathead
o Studebaker V-8
o Mopar big- and small-block V-8s
o 1954-1959 Mopar Hemi and Polysphere V-8
o Early Cadillac 346-cu.in. and 1955-1964 V-8
o Pontiac and Buick straight-eight
o Buick 215-cu.in. aluminum V-8
o Buick nailhead V-8
o Ford FE and small-block
o Ford 429, 460 and flathead
o Lincoln 337-cu.in. flathead
o Studebaker V-8
o Mopar big- and small-block V-8s
o 1954-1959 Mopar Hemi and Polysphere V-8
o Early Cadillac 346-cu.in. and 1955-1964 V-8
o Pontiac and Buick straight-eight
o Buick 215-cu.in. aluminum V-8
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December 5th, 2013, 08:10 AM
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No need to go Rover tranny. I assume he's got one of these dinosauers. They shifted smooth. But, were even less durable than the normal Hydramatic:
Adapting a THD onto the Rover block: http://www.hemmings.com/mus/stories/...feature13.html
Adapting a THD onto the Rover block: http://www.hemmings.com/mus/stories/...feature13.html
December 12th, 2013, 09:29 AM
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350/350
First of all thanks for all of the replies. I had problems with my new phone and wasn't able to respond. But the good news is I'm not going 350/350. After more research I have decided to get a bell housing converter from D and D Fabrications to make a TH200 Transmission bolt onto my 215. The reason I was sorry about the 350/350 thing is because I did not want to cut my car. Thanks Again 1962 Cutlass in Kansas.
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