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Old 09-02-2014, 08:31 AM   #1
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Converting I6 250ci with 3 on the tree to 350ci small block with 350 autobox...

.... Hi folks I apologise in advance if any of these are dumb questions but hey i'm gona ask em anyway!

I currently have a '66 SWB step side that has a 250 Hi Torque inline 6 motor and 3 on the tree manual gearbox.

I'm currently contemplating converting it to a 350ci small block with 350 auto box........

IF I was to go this route, other than the engine (and ancillaries, exhaust, etc) and gearbox, what else would I probably need to change?

Would I need a new prop?

I'm assuming i'd need a new column shifter set up as well?

I've been told the engine mounts should be the same so no change there.

Would I need any additional mounts, crossmembers etc. for this 350/350 combo?

Any advice, information, help, pointers to other threads etc. on this would be greatly appreciated so I can guage the amount of work involved and the probable costs involved.

Thanks in advance.
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Old 09-02-2014, 08:37 AM   #2
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Re: Converting I6 250ci with 3 on the tree to 350ci small block with 350 autobox...

You will need to get a tranny cross member And most folks cut out the old gross member for the bell housing mount. A V8 fan(prop) and shroud will be needed. It is a pretty popular swap. A trans cooler will also be needed. I used the Lokar shifter on mine when I went from 4 speed to auto and really like it.
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Old 09-02-2014, 10:31 AM   #3
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Re: Converting I6 250ci with 3 on the tree to 350ci small block with 350 autobox...

Bigger radiator as well. Throttle linkage will be different. And your motor mounts won't be in the exact same location on the frame.
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