jessejames

I have a 1965 f-85 with what I am pretty sure is a 330. The motor needs to come out for a rebuild. I was wondering if a Chev 350 will drop right in and bolt up to the 2 speed power glide? Just need to get it mobile.

ent72olds

Jesse, if you just need to get it mobile, just push it by the way, it's a Jetaway in there not a powerglide...

64Rocket

We don't do chevys here. But it will not bolt up to the trans. Starter is on the wrong side, the exhaust manifolds don't fit. Motor mounts are different
Gene

jessejames

What about an olds 350 rocket? Will that bolt up to my trans? Thanks.

mugzilla

I've been thinking about one of those used Jap engines but I've been thinking Diesel ...

With a turbo and a chip you can produce copious amounts of torque...

If they can motivate a f350 to a 12 sec pass I bet a 3500 lb "compact car" would rocket ...

The Cutlass was considered a "Compact Car" when it was released, thus the hub bub when they put modified truck engines in 'em ...

ent72olds

yes, a 350 Olds motor will bolt up to a Jetaway tranny, not a powerglide...

jessejames

Thanks ent72olds. You're a great help. I'm sure I'll be picking your brain alot more as I begin to work my may through what will probably be a good 1-2 year project.

citcapp

Welcome Jesse,

lots of conversions can be found on the big block and small block sites. There is a lot of talent here to help you. Post some picture of your build as well

OLD SKL 69

Jesse,

Like others stated a 350 Olds motor would be an easy swap. Also, you might even be able to find a good 403 as well. (Another easy swap) As Pat mentioned, search the big/small block sites for more info. Good luck on your search.

mugzilla

How about a lt1 like a buick estate wagon..?Is that to close for heresy ..?

rocketraider

Was it built in a Chevrolet engine plant? 'Nuff said...

88 coupe

Except for the cylinder bore, 350 and 403 are the same engines as your 330.

Save yourself some headaches and use an Olds.

Norm