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05-18-2003 07:30 PM #1
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Help Please
I am buying a 1962 Chevy Nova SS. I need an engine for it, but have no Idea where to start. Can anyone help the car newbie?
Thanx
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05-19-2003 07:47 AM #2
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Okay,
Let's start with the basics.
Why do you need an engine? (not a trick question)Your Uncle Bob, Senior Geezer Curmudgeon
It's much easier to promise someone a "free" ride on the wagon than to urge them to pull it.
Luck occurs when preparation and opportunity converge.
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03-19-2004 07:23 AM #3
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well,if you're REALLY a newbie,then you should strongly consider starting at square 1......by this,i mean ,of course,the ever popular chevy 350.The most versatile of the fine assortment of engines produced by chevy,you'll find that the options are seemingly endless and parts very readily available for a wide variety of applications.plus,it's one hell of an engine to learn with.
good luck,and have fun!!
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03-24-2004 08:39 PM #4
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I went from a 305 to a bored out 350.
I was hopeing for a bigger torque difference.
I'm wanting to go big block.
overhaul a big block or rebuild one.
81-85 350. overhaul kit $115 from P.A.W.
80-85 454. overhaul kit $139 from P.A.W.
81-85 350. deluxe master rebuild kit $272/$449 from P.A.W.
80-85 454. deluxe master rebuild kit $468/$567 from P.A.W.had a rebuilt 355SB chevy
it lasted 42,000km
Got another rebuilt 355SB
it lasted 62km.
I still have not had a powerful engine.
slowly building a quicker truck
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03-25-2004 10:22 AM #5
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Bad streets-bad! Has it really been that long? I think this was on post when i just joined this club! Anyway, the 350 would be a good choice for that nova. But i would get a 400 myself. Just for the nostalgic purposes.Right engine, Wrong Wheels 
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03-25-2004 09:41 PM #6
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The cylinders have to be inline.!!!
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