Originally posted by 51 El Plymino:
If you know the 8 won't fit your car I suggest the 230 ci 6. Information and parts are easy to find along with web sites that offer lots of help on these motors.
People have put the long block six(25" head) in smaller 40's-50's PlyDos, which requires some minor mods but the 8 would require some major modification in my opinion.
On the other hand, if you can weld, have metal fabarication ability and good mechanical skills I suppose anything is possible. Did I forget to mention money too? !
This is going to be a mild street rod, not a restoration. The old powertrain, front (and rear) suspension, part of the floor, firewall, and cooling system are all going to be reworked and upgraded. If I can make the 323 fit I'll build it. If not, I have 2 hemis waiting in the corner. I'll keep you posted...
