Recent content by Charlie Dawson

Bob, et all I grew up in the 50s - 60s..I saved one of the bumper stickers we had in those days..I am a firm believer in the attached...thanks again for all your hard work and infomation Charlie Dawson

Don, I have used Magnum Machine for all my engine rebuilds. My talent stops after I remove and then install the engine, plus I am the anal detailer bringing these beauties back to Factory specs..Anyway, I looked at my engine rebuild invoice from Magnum Machine. What I referred to above "as much...

BJ, You have an extra 4 speed and want to buy a NOVA...I had an extra 1963 283 engine that inspired my conversion. I bought a real nice 1963 Impala Convertible SS (options included A/C, Cruise Control and more). It was born with a 327 300, the owner messed up the 327 so he replaced it with a 283...

Thanks for the tip..I'll give Chevy II a call and get the correct adapter for the linkage. Charlie

Dick, "show more pictures" you have created a picture posting monster ! attached are a few more 1963 Nova progress pictures Charlie Dawson

Attached are a few Pics

Bob, Great job on the Website Changes. FYI, I just sent $50 (pay pal) to help out a bit. Thanks, Charlie Dawson

My 1963 Nova SS V-8 conversion is in full swing. All the original 6 cylinder running gear and 4 lug features has been removed. The 1963 283 engine has been rebuilt and detailed. Junior, owner of Chevy II Only and I have developed a "unofficial marriage" with the cost of all the conversion kits...

Phil, Thanks but I purchased the conversion V8 Kit from Chevy 2 Only. It was the easy way to make sure I had everything I need without looking all over for individual parts. I also bought the front disc brakes kit to beef up the front end. Thanks, Charlie

Richie, Please check, I am currently talking to Chevy 2 Only and I think he has quoted me a price for the Pan and pick up. Please let me know what you wwant for yours, Charlie 757-620-7733

John, Thanks for your great information..Charlie

Thanks, all of these were helpful

I just purchased a 1963 Chevy NOVA SS convertible. It has a 194 6 cylinder with a three speed. I want to install a 1964 327/300 engine in the NOVA without "street rodding" it. Does anyone know exactly what needs to be done to the front end to beef it up to accomodate the 327? Does anyone know...

Hi, Charlie Dawson here. Ihave purchased a 1963 Chevy NOVA with a 194 6 cylinder, 3 speed. I have a 327/300 HP that I want to install and I would like to keep the NOVA as stock as possible, ie I did not want to swap out the entire front clip to accomodate a big block. I know I need to beef up...