my new duce

[duce]

can anyone tell me if the 283 is a decent engine to upgarde to from my little in line six. and ir so has anyone built a decent 283 that you could give me some pointers on. its my first build

[HOTRODPAINT]

I built a 327 63 Nova years ago. You'll need the V8 nova front-sump oil pan, pump and pickup. You might be able to find an aftermarket pan. If you decide to use a manual trans, it requires a different bellhousing than other Chevies. The car is light, so it will go real good!

[deltahomer]

I am partial to the 327 short stroke and big bore sweet. 283 are fine but not as many available options.... the easiest by far is the 350 DH

[driverinmyhead]

I've had several 283 powered Chevy II/ Nova's..... It's a good combo.
The 283 is a LOT cheaper to buy and easier to find than a 327 and... the later 305/350/ etc. have the different main seal and will not work with most OEM front sump Nova oil pans.
JW Nova has everything for the swap as does Ebay. I think I might even have an oil pan kicking around.

Also, the powerglide goes right in-- but a TH350 is a btter setup. The TH350 crossmembers are available aftermarket.
I think I used a 70's Camaro Radiator with "L" shaped brackets on my first Nova swap-- saved me a bundle-- hope this helps!