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bw4sale · 06-06-2009, 10:38 AM

My 305 is sickly and I'm not really enthused about having a 305. So, I've been keeping my eyes open for something else. I found a '73 truck not too far from me that has a '69 327 in it. He's asking $750 for the whole truck. What do you think about getting it for the 327 and maybe front disk set up and then parting the rest? Also, will my edlebrock intake bolt up to the 327?

Kurt L · 06-06-2009, 10:42 AM

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Bears63 · 06-06-2009, 11:08 AM

I would go for it. I think you will like that 327. 305's are okay, but a nice 327 is always better

. Plus, taking what you want and parting the rest you will recover a bunch of your cost if it all sells good. Oh, and yes, your Edelbrock intake will bolt up to the 327.

sandking · 06-06-2009, 11:26 AM

I would find a Gen III 5.3 for $500 and call it good. Much more reliable and fuel injected.

Shaky · 06-06-2009, 11:51 AM

I'd want to know if it's a large journal or small journal 327. 327's are fun - they scream.

bw4sale · 06-06-2009, 01:47 PM

The guy emailed me back. He doesn't know anything about the 327 except that it runs well. He's only had the truck 9 months.

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I would find a Gen III 5.3 for $500 and call it good. Much more reliable and fuel injected.

The reliability would be nice, but it just doesn't fit my build.

Can you tell by the numbers whether it is a small or large journal?

Longhorn Man · 06-06-2009, 02:49 PM

a small block is just as reliable as a ls motor. they just cost a whole lot more.
Some ppl don't understand that one man's budget bolt on, is another man's entire budget.
750 is a lot for a used motor, however, the front cross member and all the assorted this's and that's will end up making it a good deal... assuming it is all good stuff. If the front end needs all ball joints and tie rod ends and calipers/rotors.... then it isn't worth much as an assembly IMO.

Shaky · 06-06-2009, 03:00 PM

You could always offer less than $750.00 too.

What trans is in the truck?

haysonj · 06-06-2009, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bw4sale

The guy emailed me back. He doesn't know anything about the 327 except that it runs well. He's only had the truck 9 months.

The reliability would be nice, but it just doesn't fit my build.

Can you tell by the numbers whether it is a small or large journal?

If it is really a 69 motor then it has the large journal crank same as the 350

bw4sale · 06-06-2009, 04:07 PM

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What trans is in the truck?

He didn't say. Just says it's an automatic.

Longhorn Man · 06-06-2009, 05:16 PM

wait... did they still make the 327 in 69? 68 was the last year for it in the trucks.

Shaky · 06-06-2009, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by bw4sale

He didn't say. Just says it's an automatic.

Maybe you could sell it and reduce your cost some.

Shaky · 06-06-2009, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

wait... did they still make the 327 in 69? 68 was the last year for it in the trucks.

Good point. My '69 Chevelle Service Manual still has specs listed for the 327, but I think it might just be a copy from '68. In '69 I think Chevelles, Impalas, and Camaros got either the 307 or 350.

I'd run those numbers to ground before you buy...

BAGNDRAGIT · 06-06-2009, 05:50 PM

im pretty sure the 327 stopped in '68. dont quote me.
and IMO the easiest way to determine the journal size is pull the crank pully and measure the balancer hole. (already went through that fiasco lol)

as for the truck, offer less, most he can do is say no. and if the parts are in good enough shape for you to regain some of the cost by re-selling the parts, or all the cost, then i would go for it. especially if it has disc brakes.

swap the entire crossmember sell the truck with the 305 as a roller and you might get back what you paid.

Gray Ghost · 06-06-2009, 06:38 PM

Better think about that one a minute.....never saw a small block hit 275k personally. While I am sure they are out there in small numbers, most all gen lll's will go 250-300k without much trouble.

You can hardly go wrong with a 327 though. They are every bit as good as a 350 and if it's a large journal [highly doubtful], it will outperform the 350 if built well.

jim zag · 06-07-2009, 05:31 AM

Yes they did make a 327 in 1969. check the block casting number and the engine code in front of the passenger cylinder head. That truck should have a turbo 350 trans and the wider rear drum brakes too! If you go to look at it get the engine good and hot and listen for noises and check out the oil pressure at idle. I LOVE RED STEPSIDES!!!!

ANTHONY67 · 06-07-2009, 06:51 AM

I have 327 700r tran and love it.

**special-K** · 06-07-2009, 08:33 AM

If the front end and brakes are in good shape it`s worth it.Try for less,of course.You`ll get the master cylinder/booster.does your truck have p/s?What rear do you have and whatrear does the`73 have?Is the body rough on the`73? Long or short?

**Boog** · 06-07-2009, 09:09 AM

I had a '69 Impala with the 327, one owner original equipment. Years later I put that engine in my 78 stepside with Muncie 4 speed. Man it was fun.

06-06-2009, 10:38 AM	#1
bw4sale Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hendersonville, TN Posts: 1,528	What do you think? My 305 is sickly and I'm not really enthused about having a 305. So, I've been keeping my eyes open for something else. I found a '73 truck not too far from me that has a '69 327 in it. He's asking $750 for the whole truck. What do you think about getting it for the 327 and maybe front disk set up and then parting the rest? Also, will my edlebrock intake bolt up to the 327? __________________ BRENT -'68 Stepside Project -'98 Z71 Daily Driver -Enough extra parts to build another truck and a half

06-06-2009, 10:42 AM	#2
Kurt L Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: ne florida Posts: 2,665	Re: What do you think? For sale ads by subscribing members only please. Last edited by glock35ipsc; 06-06-2009 at 10:47 AM.

06-06-2009, 11:08 AM	#3
Bears63 ...just another truck junkie.. Join Date: May 2009 Location: Watertown, SD Posts: 698	Re: What do you think? I would go for it. I think you will like that 327. 305's are okay, but a nice 327 is always better . Plus, taking what you want and parting the rest you will recover a bunch of your cost if it all sells good. Oh, and yes, your Edelbrock intake will bolt up to the 327. __________________ Mike "Bear" Shea

06-06-2009, 11:26 AM	#4
sandking .....I am working on it..... Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Anaheim Hills, Ca Posts: 960	Re: What do you think? I would find a Gen III 5.3 for $500 and call it good. Much more reliable and fuel injected. __________________ . . . . . View my build thread HERE

06-06-2009, 11:51 AM	#5
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: What do you think? I'd want to know if it's a large journal or small journal 327. 327's are fun - they scream. __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

06-06-2009, 02:49 PM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: What do you think? a small block is just as reliable as a ls motor. they just cost a whole lot more. Some ppl don't understand that one man's budget bolt on, is another man's entire budget. 750 is a lot for a used motor, however, the front cross member and all the assorted this's and that's will end up making it a good deal... assuming it is all good stuff. If the front end needs all ball joints and tie rod ends and calipers/rotors.... then it isn't worth much as an assembly IMO.

06-06-2009, 03:00 PM	#8
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: What do you think? You could always offer less than $750.00 too. What trans is in the truck? __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

06-06-2009, 05:16 PM	#11
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: What do you think? wait... did they still make the 327 in 69? 68 was the last year for it in the trucks.

06-06-2009, 05:50 PM	#14
BAGNDRAGIT Just Not Low Enough! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 525	Re: What do you think? im pretty sure the 327 stopped in '68. dont quote me. and IMO the easiest way to determine the journal size is pull the crank pully and measure the balancer hole. (already went through that fiasco lol) as for the truck, offer less, most he can do is say no. and if the parts are in good enough shape for you to regain some of the cost by re-selling the parts, or all the cost, then i would go for it. especially if it has disc brakes. swap the entire crossmember sell the truck with the 305 as a roller and you might get back what you paid. __________________ NEED ELECTRICAL HELP? ASK ME! 67-72 Full Wiring Diagrams Lots Of Info, TAKE A LOOK 1967 Chevy C-10 Shortbox Bagged 327 4spd Previous: 1971 Chevy C-10 Short Sep I6 Auto (Traded) 1973 Chevy C-20 THE REDNECK BATTLE TRUCK 2001 Chevy Silverado 2Dr 5.3L Shortbox. R.I.P. 1969 Volkswagen Bug This is my first meeting, I have a horsepower problem.

06-06-2009, 06:38 PM	#15
Gray Ghost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Terrell, TX Posts: 1,967	Re: What do you think? Better think about that one a minute.....never saw a small block hit 275k personally. While I am sure they are out there in small numbers, most all gen lll's will go 250-300k without much trouble. You can hardly go wrong with a 327 though. They are every bit as good as a 350 and if it's a large journal [highly doubtful], it will outperform the 350 if built well. __________________ Kelly '05 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 Bone stock except for new bed rail caps.

06-07-2009, 05:31 AM	#16
jim zag ENGINE BUILDER Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Shortsville n.y. Posts: 344	Re: What do you think? Yes they did make a 327 in 1969. check the block casting number and the engine code in front of the passenger cylinder head. That truck should have a turbo 350 trans and the wider rear drum brakes too! If you go to look at it get the engine good and hot and listen for noises and check out the oil pressure at idle. I LOVE RED STEPSIDES!!!! __________________ JIM ZAG

06-07-2009, 06:51 AM	#17
ANTHONY67 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: FOREST MS Posts: 92	Re: What do you think? I have 327 700r tran and love it.

06-07-2009, 08:33 AM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: What do you think? If the front end and brakes are in good shape it`s worth it.Try for less,of course.You`ll get the master cylinder/booster.does your truck have p/s?What rear do you have and whatrear does the`73 have?Is the body rough on the`73? Long or short? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 06-07-2009 at 08:51 AM.

06-07-2009, 09:09 AM	#19
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,141	Re: What do you think? I had a '69 Impala with the 327, one owner original equipment. Years later I put that engine in my 78 stepside with Muncie 4 speed. Man it was fun. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross



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