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my67c20 · 10-17-2009, 06:32 PM

Getting ready to put my 383 back in. I intend to install the trans (SM465) first and slip the whole beast back in. I plan on raising up the cab to allow for the clearance to do this.

For all you crate engine guys out there what did you use to put the engine back in?

Was looking at one of the 4 chain levelers and botling to the back of the heads. Concern is the clearance between the back of the heads and the firewall.

I have an aluminum intake and really do not want to use one of those plates that bolt to the carb flange.

I have an engine hoist available.

All help is appreciated thanks.

10-17-2009, 06:32 PM	#1
my67c20 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Tucson AZ by way of WI & CA Posts: 510	Engine and Trans Install Getting ready to put my 383 back in. I intend to install the trans (SM465) first and slip the whole beast back in. I plan on raising up the cab to allow for the clearance to do this. For all you crate engine guys out there what did you use to put the engine back in? Was looking at one of the 4 chain levelers and botling to the back of the heads. Concern is the clearance between the back of the heads and the firewall. I have an aluminum intake and really do not want to use one of those plates that bolt to the carb flange. I have an engine hoist available. All help is appreciated thanks.



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