[BRN2RUN]

Hi Guys!My son is swapping out his 307 in his 69 Chevelle for a 1978 454 truck motor from a Scottsdale.Should we use the old frame mounts or get new frame and motor mounts together? Also will the truck oil pan work?By any chance do you guys have a part# on what headers to use?Thanks a ton!

 

[1968]

If the mounts are in good shape you can reuse them. Be sure to use the motor mounts and frame stands from the 307 together. They will work just fine. I don't think the truck oil pan will work. I don't know about the headers.

 

[DaleM]

I'd definately swap the frame stands and engine mounts for the factory 396 units. Much stronger, has safety tab, and will position the engine correctly. As for headers, you should then be able to use any 396/454 header designed for the 68 chassis. Doubt the pan will work...

 

[BRN2RUN]

Thanks Guys! Hmmm...I am sure the sure the frame mounts are going to be hard to get off!

 

[DaleM]

Shouldn't be with the engine out. There's 4 bolts holding the stands to the frame and the nuts should be accessible from the bottom of the front crossmember. Just be careful not to drop the nuts down inside the crossmember or at least have a magnet handy.

 

[BRN2RUN]

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

 

[fro71]

i wouldnt change them use the 307 mounts you well be fine.the engine position will be the same you need to match the mounts to the stands.also you can get the 307 mount with the safety tab or go with polly mounts which are stronger.