Sure. I plan to keep the whole group updated. What setup are you thinking
about? My Brick is a '74 and I have completely disassembled it so working
in the engine compartment is fairly easy. If you go with a modern chevy
engine with TBI, TPi or SBI, be sure to get all the sensors and especially
the factory wiring harness. There are a number of good references for
swapping in chevy small blocks, but the main thing to get is the factory
service manual for the year of the vehicle that is the donor if you go that
way.
I am currently taking the front suspension apart and contemplating whether
to scrap the old recirculating ball steering for a newer power rack and
pinion. First I have to figure out how much room the Chevy block will
provide.
George
-----Original Message-----
From: Robert Welsh [mailto:rwelsh@facilityrobotics.com]
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2002 4:44 PM
To: George Schiro
Subject: RE: Engine swap
If you wouldn't mind please keep me posted as this is a mod I would love to
do.
Robert J.D. Welsh # 301
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-bricklin@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-bricklin@autox.team.net]On
Behalf Of George Schiro
Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2002 3:39 PM
To: 'Riesinger, James A. DOC'; Bricklin@autox.team.net
Subject: RE: Engine swap
Yes,
I'm in the process of installing a 305 TPI and a 700R4 from a 86 Camaro. No
problems so far, but I'm really at the beginning. Current stage is sorting
out the motor mounts and trans mount. Clearly a longer drive shaft is
needed. I expect I will have to go with a distributorless ignition using a
crank trigger due to firewall interference. Problems would be pretty much
the same for any Chevy SB. I may keep the stock AMC 20 rear end.
George Schiro
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