Pics of 348/409 powered trucks

[jonzcustomshop]

Originally Posted by 1963c-10

Looks to be the truck 409.....thanks for the addition Jon!!!!!

And an 80 series truck is pretty rare. I see a lot of the 10-50 series, but not much after that. With the air brakes I'd guess it was a nice cluster in the dash also.

it was unfortunate that I missed buying this one, the engine went into a 64 ss convert, and a few years later I "found" the truck again literally the day before it went to the scrapper..

the dash had no tach, but did have an air gauge. I grabbed the owners manual, red seat, and the data tag off the kick panel. the ss guys left the pulleys and air cleaner so I got that too. it had an interesting trans... maybe an Allison? 5 speed- it was about the size of the motor- and it used a low hump instead of the flat floor that you usually see in those big trucks.

[jonzcustomshop]

couple more from the files:

the coe was on ebay years back, a 65 409 low mile yard truck, sold for about 3k. it was in new jersey and they said the top speed was 45-50mph!

[1963c-10]

Heres another I came across doing some research on the internet.

1961 with a 409 3x2

[1963c-10]

Finally settled on my top end for the 348. Been talking to the machinist about doing a stroker motor. More info on that once we get closer to engine assembly. Posted pics on the build, but thought I'd share them on the 348-409 thread also. We will be running the triple deuce set up. Looking forward to building this one even more know.

[amueller454]

gonna be sweet! I love the look of those W Headed beasts

[62 Barnfind]

Originally Posted by 1963c-10

Finally settled on my top end for the 348. Been talking to the machinist about doing a stroker motor. More info on that once we get closer to engine assembly. Posted pics on the build, but thought I'd share them on the 348-409 thread also. We will be running the triple deuce set up. Looking forward to building this one even more know.

I love it! Can't wait to see it all done.

[LT1 Burb]

I carted around a QB 409 for a few years and finally sold it, killer motor. Did the W's ever come in 1/2 tons from the factory.

[1963c-10]

Not that im aware off. I need to check on the 58-59 models. From the 63 literature I have it only shows as an option in the c, l & t 50-80 series chassis cabs / stakes and the 348 was 220hp 325torque and the 409 was 252hp and 390torque. Much different values than the car applications.

[1963c-10]

Was also optioned for the tandom trucks, 60 passenger bus and 66 passenger bus.

Ill see what other truck applications I can find.

[64chevycrewcab]

Need to rebuild Tri Power set up for my 348 that is going in my 64 4 door crew cab.

[64chevycrewcab]

Originally Posted by 1963c-10

Couple of pics a 348-409 forum member sent me for some inspiration.....what a great clean looking truck. Thought I'd share the pics...

Exact look I want, minus aluminum intake and headers.

Is that a repop air cleaner?

[1963c-10]

I'm unsure if its original or a repop.....but they are reproduced.

Looking forward to seeing your build as well!!!

[alaska gasser]

Just found your thread and it is nice to see another 348 / 409 here. Mine is out of a '59 Impala.

[1963c-10]

Very cool and thanks for sharing the pics.

Have you rebuilt the motor or is it stock? Interested to see what cam you went with if you've rebuilt it.

[alaska gasser]

Haven't rebuilt it yet, but that is on the list for this winter. I have been researching what to use on the 348 / 409 site.

[1963c-10]

Originally Posted by alaska gasser

Haven't rebuilt it yet, but that is on the list for this winter. I have been researching what to use on the 348 / 409 site.

Great group of guys over there and very helpful. I have spent more than a few hours on that forum as well.

[hamjet]

I just found this thread, not a 60-66, but COOL!!

[Dans1960SWB]

https://binghamton.craigslist.org/pts/5356303699.html This is a local guy with a bunch of 348/409 stuff. Thought maybe someone needed some parts...

[60chevyjim]

I all ways liked the look of the tripower 348 engines.
I picked up a complete running 348 4bbl engine at Carlisle years ago for $200
and before I left that day I got a complete tripower intake and carbs for another $200..
years later I bought a complete 59 impala 4door sedan parts car with the original 348 4bbl engine in it delivered to my door for $600
I bought a dated 59 tripower intake for it on ebay. and some new aluminum finned valve covers .
I still have them all today .
the 59 impala 4dr is being converted into a real 2dr convertible , using all original gm convertible parts and a 59 convertible chassis .
the first 348 w tripower is going in my 2dr 60 chevy wagon with a 4spd .
I know there not trucks but they both have 348 engines with tripower .