I wasn't faulting, I was giving him a heads-up warning. We know how much some Pontiac guys love seeing a Chevy dropped in any Pontiac engine bay. Heck, some will start to gather pitchforks and torches just for using a Camaro spoiler.
Mike, in the hill country we use shovels, rakes and inpliments of distruction.
Originally Posted By RobC
Hi all, actually quite a few firebirds here.looked at a couple before choosing this one.Saw a 68 400 with extras like hood rev counter ect but body work is bad.check out gumtree.co.za and have a look at whats for sale here.
Interesting! Most vintage foreign (to you) cars followed their military owners. It's wonderful to know Pontiacs are loved and owned all over the world.
Originally Posted By RobC
My main concern is header clearance.
Mounting the motor to the tranny and manufacturing mounts is pretty simple.Have been offered a set of hooker headers but don't want to buy them if they aren't going to fit.
Headers... I've had a lot of bad experiences with them, so tend to lean to factory performance when available.
Originally Posted By RobC
Any idea what tyre sizes will fit without having to change any bodywork?Will probably go 17x7.5 up front and 17x8.5 at rear if possible.
Many here have gone to larger wheels. Just keep in mind back space, width and offset when up sizing wheels.
Originally Posted By RobC
A reliable source for parts would be cool seeing as I have to import everything from the states.
Jegs, Summit Racing come to mind. Also all the Pontiac vendors are good, including our town curmudgeon Terry (69firebirdman). If you need something that's not in reproduction he's the man to go to. He also offers NOS, repop and custom parts.
Originally Posted By RobC
If the 700r4 is a bit flimsy , what would be a good match for the bb.?
My experiences with auto trans is limited to the 4L80/60E, TH350 and TH400. Had a bad one with the 4L80E in a '95 Formula, but have 4L60E in my '01 Blazer with no problems. The TH350's and 400's both can be built with performance and dependability in mind.
Originally Posted By RobC
Dam I can hear the rat idling already.LOL.
Rats have a nice rumble, but nothin' like a Poncho.
