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September 23rd, 2010, 04:35 PM

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Hello, I am looking for a 1968 442 Engine and transmission. Would like one with a 4 barrel carb. I am looking for a 400 cid, not a 455. If anyone can help please let me know. Thanks.

September 24th, 2010, 02:38 PM

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Hello, I am looking for a 1968 442 Engine and transmission. Would like one with a 4 barrel carb. I am looking for a 400 cid, not a 455. If anyone can help please let me know. Thanks.

You are in luck. the '68 442 only came with a 400 4bbl.

Sorry, I don't have one, but if you find a 68 442 engine, it will be a 400 4bbl.

September 24th, 2010, 04:20 PM

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or 2 barrel

September 24th, 2010, 05:39 PM

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I could be wrong, but I don't think the 68 400 2bbl went in the 442. Can I get some more input on this?

September 24th, 2010, 06:47 PM

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I could be wrong, but I don't think the 68 400 2bbl went in the 442. Can I get some more input on this?

Turnpike Cruiser option. 290 HP, 2bbl 400 cu in. 1968 only.

September 24th, 2010, 06:49 PM

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And before someone posts that you could get it in 1967, this thread was about the 442. In 1967 the Turnpike Cruiser option was not offered in with the 442 package.

September 24th, 2010, 08:58 PM

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Thanks filbily and Joe. I had heard of the turnpike cruiser but did not know it was a low comp 400-2. Now I know.

September 25th, 2010, 06:33 AM

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I have a 400 G block that is disassembled. I will check to make sure everything is here for it. Tim

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September 25th, 2010, 08:55 AM

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The 68 400 would be a "G" block.
F block is 455.

Unless there's something Im not knowing here?

September 26th, 2010, 10:04 AM

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September 30th, 2010, 08:39 AM

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there is a 68 400 for sale on high performance olds.com in sale 763 870 6964 . wants 750 for it

October 1st, 2010, 10:52 AM

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Hello, I am looking for a 1968 442 Engine and transmission. Would like one with a 4 barrel carb. I am looking for a 400 cid, not a 455. If anyone can help please let me know. Thanks.

In 1968 the 400 cid engine was a G block with 4 barrel carb.

October 1st, 2010, 10:57 AM

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I have a 400 F block that is disassembled. I will check to make sure everything is here for it. Tim

I believe that an F block is for a 455. I'm not positive though.

October 1st, 2010, 11:09 AM

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Did you get a hold of Chris Witt? He was looking for your info last week about this. I'd give him a call. 517-449-0432

October 2nd, 2010, 06:31 AM

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I have a 400 that I can build fresh for you for about $2800 to $3000. It would be complete from oil pan to intake but no carb. If interested let me know. Tim 217-316-0106

October 2nd, 2010, 09:18 PM

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I have a 400 that I can build fresh for you for about $2800 to $3000. It would be complete from oil pan to intake but no carb. If interested let me know. Tim 217-316-0106

Hi, Tim. How much will the engine cost as is? Also do you have the tranny for it and any pictures of the engine? Thanks for all your help.