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Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
TriumphZombie #578344 August 09th 2012 6:57 pm
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thanks, I just joined /6.org , and am awaiting approval, I will most likely be keeping the van as its only main issues were within the motor, and whomever put it in last, did kind of a jokey job on it. Thanks for the ad on slant 6, would like to get things goin so I can get some camping done in this thing. I liked the slantys power so I am not sure if i even want to think about a v8. we shall see how this goes.

Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
TriumphZombie #578345 August 09th 2012 6:58 pm
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also, I have 2 really good mechanic neighbors that are always there to lend me a hand if needed.... one other thing, It has a 3 speed on the column now, should I try to find a 4 speed trans to throw in there while I am at it?

Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
TriumphZombie #578348 August 09th 2012 7:34 pm
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You would have to change steering column.


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Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
TriumphZombie #578349 August 09th 2012 7:44 pm
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what if I changed it to 4 on the floor? would it still need to be changed?

Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
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Best to find a donor van for all the linkages, transmssion, small parts, etc.

Well...you wouldn't have to change out the column, but you'd probably want to remove the shifter handle and of course the old shift linkage at the base of the column.


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Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
TriumphZombie #578443 August 10th 2012 1:12 pm
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Don't think about a v-8. There are many simple and cheap things you can do to a slant six that will really improve the performance and economy. Everyone will tell you slant sixes make no power and you should put in a v-8. They are wrong.

I haven't received any responses to the ad, but I will let you know if I do.

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Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
TriumphZombie #578444 August 10th 2012 1:16 pm
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You might also try www.car-part.com I found an 83 slant six out of a Dodge pickup at Pearsons Auto Wrecking in Ridgecrest (1-800-446-5865) for $450. If the motor is in good shape that isn't a bad price.


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Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
TriumphZombie #583667 September 13th 2012 3:40 pm
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Hey All, I just came across a bonus today and am full bore looking for a motor to put back into my van, If I were to find a newer lets say 83 motor, will all the accessories from a motor lets say from 74 bolt right on, IE manifolds, carburetor etc. I found a later engine and not sure if I should make the deal or not. Thanks!!

Re: Need advice, blew a rod window size hole in the block.
TriumphZombie #583734 September 14th 2012 3:44 am
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Keep it a slant six. Economy and the cool factor.


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