08-20-2016, 12:00 AM | #26 |
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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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08-20-2016, 12:15 AM | #27 |
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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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I currently have the behemoth on my 292. My original balancer spun the outer ring and that was all my local parts store could conjure up. Seems to work fine. Might be carrying a little extra rotating weight that I don't need.
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If the bolts were enlarged in '66 and more dowel pins added, wouldn't the '70s flex plate have a problem bolting up to his '63 292?
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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.
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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.
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Tech/s...flexplate.html
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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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A pic of your carb and linkage would help.
There are different studs available depending on what the end of the tv cable needs. |
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I will post a few pictures. I sent pics to Bow Tie Overdrives yesterday and they said sorry we can't help you. They must be someone who has done this in the past.
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