|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 95
Active BB Member
|
OP
Active BB Member
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 95 |
I'm looking at a 1980 C-10 tomorrow. It currently has a 302 V8....I'm prolly gonna drive it until I can put together a complete 292 L6 & an automatic. My question today is about when motor mount towers between the engine and frame. I know the 292 mount is further forward on the passenger side. Will I be able to move what is currently in the truck? Will I need L6 specific motor mounts?
Any guidance will be appreciated!
After thinking about it, the engine is likely to be a 305, not a 302.
Last edited by Xea I.I. #5390; 09/19/15 05:51 PM.
Faster, faster, faster, till the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death........
|
|
|
|
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 3,669 Likes: 42
1000 Post Club
|
1000 Post Club
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 3,669 Likes: 42 |
A lot of Chevy cars and trucks have multiple bolt patterns on the crossmember for different engine choices. You may be able to pressure wash and clean the gunk off of it to see if yours is also.
Class III CNC Machinist/Programmer
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 95
Active BB Member
|
OP
Active BB Member
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 95 |
Well, I picked up a 1980 1/2 ton Chevy pick up today. C-10. Came from the factory with a Oldsmobile Diesel 350. Has the original engine, but has been converted to gas. Woot woot!
Faster, faster, faster, till the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death........
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 95
Active BB Member
|
OP
Active BB Member
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 95 |
I'll look for the mounting holes tomorrow.
Faster, faster, faster, till the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death........
|
|
|
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 95
Active BB Member
|
OP
Active BB Member
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 95 |
Well, I finally scored a 292.... Heard it run before it was pulled from a 1976 C-20. Didn't smoke and no unusual noises. What was the topper, not only did I get the motor mounts from engine to frame, I got the plates that bolt to the frame the motor mounts bolt to. I'm excited because if the existing mount plates in my 80 aren't compatible, I won't have to chase anything. I'm so pleased I am finally making progress on this project. Oh, I also scored a 700R4 a couple weeks ago.... Woot Woot! Hey Tom, I'll be giving you a call soon. I'd like to get together soon.
Faster, faster, faster, till the thrill of speed overcomes the fear of death........
|
|
|
|
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 3,556 Likes: 35
1000 Post Club
|
1000 Post Club
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 3,556 Likes: 35 |
Nice, hope to talk with you soon.
Inliner Member 1716 65 Chevelle Wagon and 41 Hudson Pickup Information and parts www.12bolt.com
|
|
|
|
|