I have a 1985 454ci c30 chevy truck. The engine is begining to spin a rod. I bought 454 engine in Wesconsin last week and when I got it home and looked up the engine casting number it came up as 10114182, so it turns out to be a 1992 454ci tall deck engine that was fuel injected. I want to put a manifold on it that supports a carb. I know the 85 manifold will not work without spacers. I am trying to avoid using the spacers. My question is will
a manifold from a early model top deck work on the 1992. I know i have to replace the flywheel and clutch assemply because of the diferent bolt pattern and I will need an electric fuel pump. Im thinking maybe a Holly blue will do. Can I expect any more expensive surprises. I was planing on just a quick engine exchange. not.