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Andy4639 · 05-10-2002, 01:29 AM

I took this at Myrtle Beach S.c. this past March. It was in a nomad. I wonder how it would like seating in a 67-72 truck frame. I have a 94 caddy with the northstar and it has all kinds of power. What do the rest of you think?

I don't think my wife would like it, seeing how it's her car though.

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Cheyenne Super · 05-10-2002, 05:28 AM

The only problem with using one of those is if It something electronic fails it can be a bear to fix. I considered using one in the past but decided to stay with the tried and true small block. If you are still curious search for caddilac northstar crate motors. In the recent past they were offered as a crate motor from different speed shops.

Longhorn Man · 05-10-2002, 08:29 AM

I would love to slap one of those in a Fiero. Instant high 12 second car with no mods to the engine. Once you get the govener removed, it'll be in the low 12's.
Sounds like fun to me.

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69 longhorn · 05-10-2002, 08:35 AM

I dont like computerized powerplants(I grew up with the dinosuars!).......they are an awsome mill though! My advice is to leave the eng in the wifey's Caddy.......they get a little "strange" about pcs borrowed from their cars.......LOL!!!!!!........69

68 Suburban · 05-10-2002, 08:43 AM

I know those Northstars are neat high HP engines, but do they have the torque to move our trucks?

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Longhorn Man · 05-10-2002, 08:48 AM

I don't know there torque ratings, but they do have a little. Probably enough, but not enough to be too quick. More important than how much...the Q is, where is it on the powerband?

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'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.
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Cheyenne Super · 05-10-2002, 06:05 PM

They have plenty of torque. One of the places I was talking about advertised 400 ftlbs. and 320 hp. It would be neat if you like techie stuff. Personally I am thinking on getting a 3 duece setup from hotrodcarbs.com.

Cheyenne Super · 05-10-2002, 06:10 PM

Here are two links. The first is tech info on the engine, and the second is a pic of one mounted in a 62 caddy. http://members.tripod.com/~grannys/enginescadillac.html http://www.rccp.informaat.nl/Images/...s/49sedNS2.jpg

05-10-2002, 01:29 AM	#1
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Northstar in a 67-72 I took this at Myrtle Beach S.c. this past March. It was in a nomad. I wonder how it would like seating in a 67-72 truck frame. I have a 94 caddy with the northstar and it has all kinds of power. What do the rest of you think? I don't think my wife would like it, seeing how it's her car though. ------------------ Andy 71's Are for ever!!! or 67,68,69,70,72 71,factory tach,tilt for straight drive,gauges,ac,speed warning,clock,305 HO TPI with 700-R4, lowered 2" & 3" ,and 17" Chrome Stealth wheels, Pioneer reciever,100 watt amp, 6 disc changer, 2-10" subs (behind seat) 2-6x9 in doors, 2-3ways mounted under seat, and 2 tweaters on door panels www.geocities.com/chevy71tpi/main.html www.picturetrail.com/Andy4639 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

05-10-2002, 05:28 AM	#2
Cheyenne Super Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Efland, NC Posts: 303	The only problem with using one of those is if It something electronic fails it can be a bear to fix. I considered using one in the past but decided to stay with the tried and true small block. If you are still curious search for caddilac northstar crate motors. In the recent past they were offered as a crate motor from different speed shops. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne Super Soon to be converted to '68 front clip. Efland, NC

05-10-2002, 08:35 AM	#4
69 longhorn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: rock island,il,usa Posts: 5,382	I dont like computerized powerplants(I grew up with the dinosuars!).......they are an awsome mill though! My advice is to leave the eng in the wifey's Caddy.......they get a little "strange" about pcs borrowed from their cars.......LOL!!!!!!........69 __________________ http://community.webshots.com/user/hotrodhorn

05-10-2002, 08:43 AM	#5
68 Suburban Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: From Chicago, Live in Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,802	I know those Northstars are neat high HP engines, but do they have the torque to move our trucks? ------------------ Check out other members trucks 1968 50th Anniversary C-10 Suburban (Tows all these cars all over the place) 1968 50th Anniversary C-20 Pickup CST, Sold to Fine69 1969 SS Camaro Conv't 1960 Lakewood Travel Trailer 1963 Ford Falcon Wagon, Still For Sale Phoenix, AZ. Click Here for Parts and Venicles I have Available THINGS I AM LOOKING FOR: 67-68 SUBURBAN TRIM. $$$$ Reward for finding the 3rd door trim piece and the small piece that goes on the 1/4 panel right behind the 3rd door.Click Here to see the two pieces I need. __________________ Just sitting here contemplating contemplation.

05-10-2002, 06:05 PM	#7
Cheyenne Super Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Efland, NC Posts: 303	They have plenty of torque. One of the places I was talking about advertised 400 ftlbs. and 320 hp. It would be neat if you like techie stuff. Personally I am thinking on getting a 3 duece setup from hotrodcarbs.com. __________________ 1971 Cheyenne Super Soon to be converted to '68 front clip. Efland, NC

05-10-2002, 08:29 AM	#3
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	I would love to slap one of those in a Fiero. Instant high 12 second car with no mods to the engine. Once you get the govener removed, it'll be in the low 12's. Sounds like fun to me. ------------------ '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. If you need a pic posted, E-mail me at longhornmail@yahoo.com My name is Andy...not Randy...I'm in Ohio...Not Illinois...close enough? Columbus Ohio

05-10-2002, 08:48 AM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	I don't know there torque ratings, but they do have a little. Probably enough, but not enough to be too quick. More important than how much...the Q is, where is it on the powerband? ------------------ '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. If you need a pic posted, E-mail me at longhornmail@yahoo.com My name is Andy...not Randy...I'm in Ohio...Not Illinois...close enough? Columbus Ohio

05-10-2002, 06:10 PM	#8
Cheyenne Super Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Efland, NC Posts: 303	Here are two links. The first is tech info on the engine, and the second is a pic of one mounted in a 62 caddy. http://members.tripod.com/~grannys/enginescadillac.html http://www.rccp.informaat.nl/Images/...s/49sedNS2.jpg __________________ 1971 Cheyenne Super Soon to be converted to '68 front clip. Efland, NC



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