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[2nevets]

Greetings from the east coast-I am a newbie to the 348's but not to vintage cars and bikes-My 19 yr old son and myself are pulling out the 235 from his 62 c10
and putting in a 348 so be prepared for some questions;-) 2nevets

 

[Don Jacks]

Questions? That's what we're here for ask away.

 

[La Hot Rods]

Welcome aboard, nice looking C10

 

[boxerdog]

I really like the truck, much nicer than mine. My 348 transplant is kinda on hold until after the holidays, but details are in the Truck Section. Problem areas might include firewall and exhaust, depends what you are looking for. Good luck!

 

[Fuzz1957]

Welcome aboard! Lots of knowledge here and Don knows his stuff.

Fuzz

MAGA

 

[Don Jacks]

If it's like Kurt's 66 C-10,the right side of the firewall will need a little massaging and exhaust will be problematic.Other than that it drops right in.

 

[Barry Taylor]

Welcome!!!! That it is a really COOL truck even with that six setting in there. The whole truck is very tastefully done. I can’t wait to see the 348 setting in that engine bay.

 

[1964SuperStocker]

Looks fun!

 

[63 dream'n]

Welcome to the site........ nice looking ride...... father and Son project so cool .....

 

[Jim Sullivan]

Welcome to this great site 2nevets. Very nice truck.

 

[Iowa 409 Guy]

Welcome, come on in.....

 

[2nevets]

Thanks for the welcome-Any suggestions for tips or tricks to put this 348 in? any known problem areas as far as the install goes?
thanks in advance
Steve

 

[wristpin]

Beautiful truck! These guys know their 348s & 409's better than anyone on the planet!

 

[Don Jacks]

The right side of the firewall will need massaging for valve cover clearance and it drops right in on v8 mounts and frame mounts.Exhaust will be more of a challenge depending on your power level requirements.There are no swap headers for this package so if your looking for more than 500 hp they're a must and they would be custom.

 

[409gang]

Welcome to the forum 2nevets, thats a nice looking ride and that engine is exactly what that truck deserves!! Good luck with the install, sounds like the only issue might be exhaust but there is always a way around it.

 

[tripower]

The right side of the firewall will need massaging for valve cover clearance and it drops right in on v8 mounts and frame mounts.Exhaust will be more of a challenge depending on your power level requirements.There are no swap headers for this package so if your looking for more than 500 hp they're a must and they would be custom.

Like Don said massage the firewall right at the corner of the recess for valve cover clearance and its a drop in. I a nice set of 1-7/8" headers would look real cool in there as well.

 

[Jeff Olson]

Welcome, you will like it here.

 

[1964SuperStocker]

Did we already cover make sure you plan ahead on the exhaust fit with this application? Maybe I'm thinking of another truck build?

 

[boxerdog]

I like what Dan and Don call a "massage". To me, it's a beatdown! Some of the aftermarket mount stands will move the lump forward a little.

On the exhaust? 348 and early 409 manifolds will work. After that it gets pretty tight, especially when the truck is lowered and the front wheels/tires aren't "skinnies".

 

[1964SuperStocker]

I like what Dan and Don call a "massage". To me, it's a beatdown! Some of the aftermarket mount stands will move the lump forward a little.

On the exhaust? 348 and early 409 manifolds will work. After that it gets pretty tight, especially when the truck is lowered and the front wheels/tires aren't "skinnies".

Some applications like older trucks have strange front cross members. I would think the oil pan would have plenty of room, not sure.