69 Olds Rocket 350 in my 72?! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

iluvmy72 · 05-22-2002, 11:58 AM

I am getting ready to put this engine in....I am told I will have to drill new holes into my frame for the mounts....that's ok....but I am very excited about this engine going in my truck....My original 350 is so tired....but this is only going to be temporary for about 3-5 years or so.....But I am going to rebuild the old 350 cause I found out I have one of the higher nickle blocks.

*Randy70C-10* · 05-22-2002, 12:00 PM

Cool! Anyone know where I can get a 426 Hemi?

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imaindianoutlaw · 05-22-2002, 12:39 PM

sure do!

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busterwivell · 05-22-2002, 02:31 PM

See your friendly Dodge dealer, you know, the guys in the white hats!!!!!!!!!and bend over......the new hemi's ain't cheap!

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Riptide · 05-22-2002, 02:59 PM

The are a few other modifications you will have to do. You will have to get the BOP plate to bolt the trainee to it and or an Old’s flywheel if it is a stick. Other than that it's no to bad

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iluvmy72 · 05-22-2002, 04:24 PM

Rip,

I know I have to get the BOP Plate......but what else?......I know I have to get the HEI, starter, power steering pump, alternator and brackets for them. But I think that is it......if you know more on this subject....then please...do tell.

69 longhorn · 05-22-2002, 07:32 PM

look at the late 70s deisel trucks,you can use the stands & brackets(will be a weld in fit).the engine mount is the same as an Olds car. I ran a 455+ 030 in the longhorn for a while........pass anything but a gas station! A link to pics... http://community.webshots.com/user/hotrodhorn

Longhorn Man · 05-22-2002, 09:51 PM

Actually, i think the HEI is the same, but I may be mistaken.
My Pontiac has '72 big block motor mounts and it fits in there like it is supposed to go there. You may need to move the battery to the other side, an AUX battery tray would look stock like this. There will be many odds and ends you'll find out on the way there.
What side is the fuel pump on? Mine is on the oposite side, and I'm kinda scared to see how they rigged it. If it is anything like the 6 foot long pos cable going over the engine, i wouldn't be suprised.

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*Zkast* · 05-22-2002, 10:06 PM

If it is for sure an Oldsmobile 350, the firing order is right... But it is a counter-clockwise rotation as opposed to Chevy's Clockwise rotation.

1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 CC

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**truckster** · 05-23-2002, 12:42 AM

I love Olds motors. If you have one apart some time, take a look at the crank journals. They're huge. Olds motors never wear out.

O'l Buck · 05-23-2002, 02:50 AM

Olds motors rock sh!t!!!! I love those things... The motor mount tower idea from the 5.7 diesel trucks is an excellent idea...If you are working with a 2wd, why not use an olds tranny??? The distributors will not interchange between olds and chevrolet, they are different lengths and have a different size drive gear, the caps and rotors however will interchange.

I want to power one of these trucks with a rocket, I just need to find a decent 2wd for cheap to do it with.

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ralleys and 31/10.5s

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330, 3spd stick

Greener: 90 GMC Jimmy
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Riptide · 05-23-2002, 08:14 AM

What Type of tranny are you using auto or sick? The Fuel pump should not be an issue. As for the distributor you can get one from auto zone for about $100.00 plus you need the cap rotor button and coil. You will need different radiator hoses about $10 a piece the alternator is about 30 with a core as for the bracket you can find most of them at a bone yard for about 40. And as a suggestion I would go through the rear end and make sure its good and the u-joint are good. Trust me with the rocket in there you can twist all kinds of stuff with all that torque. So make sure the tranny will hold it to

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iluvmy72 · 05-23-2002, 04:24 PM

Rip,
I am going to put a rebuilt turbo 350 with a shift kit in it.....UJoints are all brand new so I think they will be ok.....I will however need to replace the Carrier support bearing and straps on the rear end yoke....they seem stretched a little bit....but I can use the same alternator..... and the brackets I am going to pull from the bone yard.....they are a dime a dozen out here....Chevy will cost ya though.

05-22-2002, 11:58 AM	#1
iluvmy72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Springville, UT, USA Posts: 1,010	69 Olds Rocket 350 in my 72?! I am getting ready to put this engine in....I am told I will have to drill new holes into my frame for the mounts....that's ok....but I am very excited about this engine going in my truck....My original 350 is so tired....but this is only going to be temporary for about 3-5 years or so.....But I am going to rebuild the old 350 cause I found out I have one of the higher nickle blocks.

05-22-2002, 12:39 PM	#3
imaindianoutlaw GMC SHORT FLEET F/S Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT PENNSYLVANNIA Posts: 2,117	sure do! ------------------ Charles W. Hein S. Williamsport PA imaindianoutlaw@yahoo.com REFRIGERATION TECH 1971 Rolling chassis FOR SALE 1963 Pontiac Tempest 1965 Pontiac GTO {SOLD} 1956 Pontiac 2 dr complete for parts __________________ CHARLES WADE HEIN HVACR FOREMAN. LEWISBURG U.S.P.

05-22-2002, 02:31 PM	#4
busterwivell Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Sahuarita, AZ USA Posts: 2,033	See your friendly Dodge dealer, you know, the guys in the white hats!!!!!!!!!and bend over......the new hemi's ain't cheap! ------------------ 56 Studebaker 2 dr Wagon 66 Chevelle 2 dr 4 speed 71 C30 Longhorn 86 Monte Carlo SS 96 Tahoe __________________ Bill - Tucson, AZ 47 Chevrolet 2 dr sedan 56 Chevrolet 210 2 dr sedan 66 Chevrolet Malibu 2 dr 4 speed 71 Chevrolet C30 Longhorn 86 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS (Sold) 01 Chevrolet Tahoe IM - BUSTERWIVE@aol.com

05-22-2002, 02:59 PM	#5
Riptide Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: McPherson, KS US Posts: 102	The are a few other modifications you will have to do. You will have to get the BOP plate to bolt the trainee to it and or an Old’s flywheel if it is a stick. Other than that it's no to bad ------------------ 67 Chevy C10 McPherson, Ks __________________ 67 Chevy C10 McPherson, Ks "Remember Don't Sweat the Petty Things, Pet the Sweaty Things"

05-22-2002, 07:32 PM	#7
69 longhorn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: rock island,il,usa Posts: 5,382	look at the late 70s deisel trucks,you can use the stands & brackets(will be a weld in fit).the engine mount is the same as an Olds car. I ran a 455+ 030 in the longhorn for a while........pass anything but a gas station! A link to pics... http://community.webshots.com/user/hotrodhorn __________________ http://community.webshots.com/user/hotrodhorn

05-22-2002, 12:00 PM	#2
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	Cool! Anyone know where I can get a 426 Hemi? ------------------ Yeah, that's right. My name is Randy too! WWW.Randysrods.freeservers.com 1970 Chevy C-10 shortstep 1930 Ford Model A Coupe 4 inch chop, 350, GMC 671 blower-Hell yeah it's fast! 1987 Harley Sportster 2002 Harley Dyna Wide Glide Virginia Beach, VA.

05-22-2002, 04:24 PM	#6
iluvmy72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Springville, UT, USA Posts: 1,010	Rip, I know I have to get the BOP Plate......but what else?......I know I have to get the HEI, starter, power steering pump, alternator and brackets for them. But I think that is it......if you know more on this subject....then please...do tell.

05-22-2002, 09:51 PM	#8
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Actually, i think the HEI is the same, but I may be mistaken. My Pontiac has '72 big block motor mounts and it fits in there like it is supposed to go there. You may need to move the battery to the other side, an AUX battery tray would look stock like this. There will be many odds and ends you'll find out on the way there. What side is the fuel pump on? Mine is on the oposite side, and I'm kinda scared to see how they rigged it. If it is anything like the 6 foot long pos cable going over the engine, i wouldn't be suprised. ------------------ '69 G.M.C. 350/350. Trying to clean up the left over damage from the Dope-Smokin-Old-Man I've been dubbed the Longhorn Freak/Fanatic/Expert, I just hope I can live up to it. FINALLY got the HORNIAC...a '70 one ton Longhorn with a Pontiac 350/350 and lots of 'personality'. Check out The Longhorn Webite. E-mail longhornmail@yahoo.com My name is Andy...not Randy...I'm in Ohio...Not Illinois...close enough? Columbus Ohio

05-22-2002, 10:06 PM	#9
Zkast Account Suspended Join Date: May 2002 Location: Olathe, Kansas Posts: 929	If it is for sure an Oldsmobile 350, the firing order is right... But it is a counter-clockwise rotation as opposed to Chevy's Clockwise rotation. 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2 CC ------------------ Pictures and more... piston@zkast.com '71 LWB 350/350T, PS/PB Special options? Yes, RUST... Need some? ------------------------------------------ Webmaster/Team owner www.zkast.com Garrett - Olathe, Kansas

05-23-2002, 12:42 AM	#10
truckster Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Orem, Utah Posts: 7,832	I love Olds motors. If you have one apart some time, take a look at the crank journals. They're huge. Olds motors never wear out. __________________ I have sworn upon the altar of God, eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man. - Thomas Jefferson

05-23-2002, 02:50 AM	#11
O'l Buck Recovering Truck Driver Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Orleans, NE USA Posts: 1,883	Olds motors rock sh!t!!!! I love those things... The motor mount tower idea from the 5.7 diesel trucks is an excellent idea...If you are working with a 2wd, why not use an olds tranny??? The distributors will not interchange between olds and chevrolet, they are different lengths and have a different size drive gear, the caps and rotors however will interchange. I want to power one of these trucks with a rocket, I just need to find a decent 2wd for cheap to do it with. ------------------ "In the words of Motley Crue, This will always be my home sweet home" Ol' Buck: '72 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 shortbox stepside 350/350auto on '84 ralleys and 31/10.5s Angel girl: 67 Cutlass convertible 330, 3spd stick Greener: 90 GMC Jimmy 350/auto Chad Stephens Orleans,NE no name yet: 72 442 under serious construction my site: http://communities.msn.com/Beastonabudget/homepage __________________ 67 K-20 350, SM465, Eaton rear, 4.56 no spin option 00 Dodge 2500 4x4, 24V cummins, 5 speed Chad South Central Nebraska

05-23-2002, 08:14 AM	#12
Riptide Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: McPherson, KS US Posts: 102	What Type of tranny are you using auto or sick? The Fuel pump should not be an issue. As for the distributor you can get one from auto zone for about $100.00 plus you need the cap rotor button and coil. You will need different radiator hoses about $10 a piece the alternator is about 30 with a core as for the bracket you can find most of them at a bone yard for about 40. And as a suggestion I would go through the rear end and make sure its good and the u-joint are good. Trust me with the rocket in there you can twist all kinds of stuff with all that torque. So make sure the tranny will hold it to ------------------ 67 Chevy C10 McPherson, Ks __________________ 67 Chevy C10 McPherson, Ks "Remember Don't Sweat the Petty Things, Pet the Sweaty Things"

05-23-2002, 04:24 PM	#13
iluvmy72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Springville, UT, USA Posts: 1,010	Rip, I am going to put a rebuilt turbo 350 with a shift kit in it.....UJoints are all brand new so I think they will be ok.....I will however need to replace the Carrier support bearing and straps on the rear end yoke....they seem stretched a little bit....but I can use the same alternator..... and the brackets I am going to pull from the bone yard.....they are a dime a dozen out here....Chevy will cost ya though.



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