Converting to a 292
Looking to convert the 250 in my 69 SB to a 292. I understand that 1963 was the first year for this engine, did they change much over the years? Have access to a 1963 model and am a little Leary being the first year. What did I need to switch from the 250 to the 292? Do I need to change both frame brackets or just the right one? My truck has the 3 speed automatic, all of that should bolt to the 292, correct? I have a fan shroud on my 250, does the 292 sit at the same level so that I can still use that? I also would like to run a set of headers with duals, any problems there? Is there anything else I should know before I get started? Any information is greatly appreciated. :chevy:
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You'll need the Right side engine mount they are hard to find (I have an extra) , if your wanting to use headers that's just reconnecting the exhaust , fuel line , not sure on fan shroud most didn't have one ,Trans should bolt up ,not really too much to change .
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I have not bought an engine as of yet, the 63-292 was taken from a 2-ton truck, rebuilt and put into a combine which has since been scraped, but he saved the 292. Therefore I doubt if he has any of the mounts. Are the intake and exhaust manifolds along with the carb the same on the 292 as the 250's? If so I could run the original exhaust for a while. Also the PS from my 250 should also bolt up to the 292 with no problem right? I just bought this truck out of California and it has a 3 core radiator along with the fan shroud, so I'm thinking that should handle the 292 also. What color were the 292's painted from the factory?
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Were all of the 292's painted green? If ordered in 69/70 in a pickup they would also be green? I take it that if the intake on the 292 is larger than the one on the 250, that the Carb should also be larger, would that be correct? I have been looking through the pictures of the 66 your building. Looks great, love the 4 barrel carb with the headers. Thanks for the information. :chevy:
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I'm pretty sure the 292 use a different set of P/S mounts.
I never found a set for my '69 with a 292. I bought a set off the board that were "suppose" to be 292 P/S brackets. They ended up being from a 250. My 292 had a fan shroud,... |
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292s changed the flywheel bolt size in the late sixties if I remember correctly. Good to remember if you go looking for spare parts.
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Now that brings up a good question. Is the crank the same in the 250 & 292? We are sure the transmission will fit, but how about the harmonic balancer, flywheel, and etc. Just trying not to have to many surprises when I get into this project, Gm did some funny things.
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The 194, 215 Pontiac, 230, and 250 are very similar except bore and stroke. The 292 shares some common parts and architecture, but is quite a bit different too. |
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The one from the 250 may work, you could always bolt it on to see. I will ask my fellow inliner's and see what they think.
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Larry at Clifford is full of crap. Almost got horribly rip off by him last time I was going to purchase parts. If you want info talk with Tom Lowe at 12bolt.com. Had nothing but great dealings with him.
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I snooped around on Summit Racing's site. They list different part numbers for 250 and 292. Might be time to post the question on inliners or call an automatic transmission house. |
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Sent a message to the brother hood.
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The thing you really need to think of is that the 292 was designed mainly for use in medium duty trucks(C40-C60) and is built for that duty. It's overkill for a light duty truck but it works well ;) within those design criteria. The 292's carb has a slightly larger bore requiring a slightly larger hole in the intake manifold. The 292 carb is also not calibrated for mileage. Using your carb and intake would probably be a good idea. Remember that because the block is taller, things that bolted onto the 250 block may not line up with holes on the 292 engine, especially if the component bolts on the block and head at the same time. |
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The passengers' side motor mount is different on the C10 -20 -30. On the K/10-20 -30, you need a special diagonal crossmember. [Very rare]. I believe the 292's Flexplate and/or Flywheel is the same as the SBCs. The '63 Model Year L6 292 has a 6-lobed counterweight crank made of forged steel. The ['63-'66] Crank Drive End has 6 holes bored 7/16''-20 and one dowel pin, like the 230/250s. '67 and later 292 cranks have six 1/2''-20 bolts and 3 dowel pins. '67 and later cranks have 12 counterweight lobes and are considered better balanced. If you have a gifted, performance-oriented machinist, the Six lobe crank can be 'feathered' or shaved to minimize resistance and improve balance. But that's a racers' trick, probably not much help on the street. Also some of the early 292s had an oil pan sump that's not as far back as the later 292s. Some 292s from C/40 and bigger trucks had a wider inside diameter exhaust manifold. It has 3 studs unlike the 250/292 C/10 exhaust manifolds with 2 studs. On the showroom floor, the new-for-'63 292s had Alpine Green paint. While 230/250s were Blue Flame Six blue. In 1967 all Chevy engines got the [formerly SBC] Chevy Engine Orange. A period correct '69 truck would have an orange engine. A period correct '63 engine would be Alpine Green. Your choice. All 292s take a bigger, 3-groove Harmonic Balancer: GM p/n 10141202. The 230/250 HB is not recommended on the bigger L6. If you don't have a copy yet, I recommend the "Chevy InLine Six-Cylinder Power Manual" by Leo Santucci. Good Luck. |
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The 292 definitely has a different flexplate than all other L6s and SBC. As mentioned, it needs 3 dowels and larger bolts.
The good news is, depending on what trans you have, you should be able to get a parts-store replacement flexplate. Companies like Pioneer and ATP still make them. Just search for a flexplate for any 70s era truck with the 292. Then again, what trans do you have? They were mostly mated up to a TH400, and are usually drilled for a 6-bolt converter. Will also work with a 3-bolt converter. But might need a custom drill for something else. |
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Take a look at aussiespeed. Neat stuff.
Don't know much about these L6's yet but I think a 250 can be made to scream. My Cherokee 6 has taken serious abuse beatings which is why I'm starting to like the 6 more. Evidently ford 300 s and jaguars can be made to kill small locks too. Either way Leo santucci did some cool stuff. Have fun whatever you do. Posted via Mobile Device |
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https://www.summitracing.com/parts/r...make/chevrolet And here is the behemoth. Never have seen these in 1/2 to 1 ton rigs. Maybe they were a special order? https://www.summitracing.com/parts/p...make/chevrolet |
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Thanks again guys, appreciate all the help. onn |
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I think my '67 C20 came from the factory with a fan shroud. At least it looks stock to me. Here's a pic of the engine compartment. The shroud is out now and I can take pictures of it if you need 'em.
Buying a rebuilt engine is a dicey proposition. Who knows what was really done to it and what parts were used? Unless it's someone I know well, I'd rather get a tired engine and have it rebuilt myself. That may cost more than $1500.00 though. |
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To rebuild a 292 stock is pretty cheap. You can still get crate 292's as well. I think they are under 2K. I've seen 292 rebuild kits for under $500. Cool thing is Summit Racing has everything you need to rebuild a 292. :metal:
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Currently pulling the engine on my '67 Riviera to put the headers on. The C20 will have to wait. Researching windshields since that's next. The '66 link below has some good 250 build-up pictures in it to get you motivated... |
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According to one of the guys at Inliner's the 194-292 use the same flex plate as the small block chevy of that era. Some of the 292's use 1/2 bolts and some of the v8's were externally balanced such as the 400. Here is a link he provided.
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Just happened to run across this old post from a few years back. Being in my late 70's, I'm not as fast as I used to be, but wanted to not only thank everyone for all the advise, but give an update as to how things are going.
I will try to post a few pictures also. The truck has been painted, so that slowed things up a little, but as it sits, the 292 has been rebuilt along with the 200-4R and installed. Vintage air is also being installed, along with a new radiator. I have had a rough time with a few things, but the flywheel and starter from the 250 bolted right up, found the correct right frame bracket, found the correct PS setup. All this has been installed by changing pulleys and adding a single pulley on the 2 grove harmonic balancer. I took it off from a 350 engine and it bolted right up to the 292 harmonic balancer. I'm currently running a new fuel line from rear tank to carb. I used the intake & exhaust from the 250 as the carb was ready rebuilt. My next step is to install core support, radiator and trans lines so I can add tranny fluid before I start engine. Just an update for a few guys trying to do the same type of swap, hope this helps someone. |
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Clean looking block.
Are you staying stock with the one-barrel, or upgrading to aftermarket Exhaust, Intake and 4-Barrel Carb? |
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How have you hooked the tv cable to the carb? |
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