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So its almost time to get back to the 56 I bought a few years ago. Progress stopped when I found the 64 442 but now that it is running and driving it is time to put a plan together and start ordering parts for the 56. Things have changed some since I purchased this car, namely our wonderful governor has decided to significantly raise our property taxes. So we will be looking to move sooner than planned and I would like to have this car running before we move. I had originally planned on swapping a 394 into this car but I dont think that is feasible now. I do have a good 455 and 2004r trans that would make this car a great cruiser. I have seen 455’s swapped into cars from the 50’s before, fabricating mounts is not a big deal as I have the tools to do so. I am guessing exhaust is going to be the biggest hurdle to overcome. The other option is rebuilding the original 324, but it is stuck so I am guessing $5000 for a rebuild. I really don’t want to spend that as I will be purchasing another home in the next year. I would like to hear from anyone who has done this swap and can offer any tips, thank you
Easy swap. Mounts are simple, trans mount is only around 8-9 inches long, going to the flanges on the X member. Exhaust is not a problem, either, lots of room for it, even headers. I used cheap stainless headers from Ebay, and built an unusual exhaust using them, and had no problems. Good luck!
Cant offer any swap info, just wanted to say thanks for selecting a sedan a little sedan love !!! if you need any photo's for stock 56 stock super 88 reference let me know.
July 4th, 2022, 09:41 AM
