Olds 350 - Footprint Smaller than 6.2/6.5?
I just picked up a 1948 Chevy 2dr coupe - has a rebuilt SBC gasser and TH350 auto currently, but I just can't get that excited about that set up.
So I"m thinking a diesel swap is in order...
For those of you that have had both a 350 diesel and a 6.2/6.5, is the 350 any smaller externally? The 48's engine compartment is a little tight widthwise; the SBC fits fine but there is not a lot of extra room.
Thanks.
Joe.
What about the 6.5 Rear Mount Turbo Eng.?
Thanks for all the input so far.
Another possibility might be the 6.5 rear turbo style engine, used in vans and hummers.
Anyone have any experience with these?
I seem to have some room behind the existing SBC - I'm not sure how much space the rear turbo set up requires, but there may be enough.
I've heard they can be more prone to head cracking/issues, but maybe that's due more to use in heavy armored hummers?
Thanks, again.
Joe.