Re: Rear gear ratio

Posted by PackardV8 On 2011/4/4 21:20:54

On the Cad 374 engine swap:
I don;t know how many engine swaps u've done so i'll just outline a few points to watch:
1. Steering gear clearence. This could be a major issue especialy with any big block.
2. Keeping centerline of engine crank and trans outpur shaft close to the same center line of the OEM engine.
3. Watch for any offset that mite be in the rear axle pig. If it sets closer to the left wheel it could create a bigger problem as stated in point #1 above.
4. I doubt that the any of the streight 8 or 6's were offset from longitudinal centerline of car. But something that needs to be checked. Otherwise drive shaft could be on an unusual angle.

Keep us posted on your progress. Interesting project.

Personaly i see no problem with the Caddy engine in terms of reliability relative to any SBC so roadside breakdowns are probably the least of worries. Especialy since u are getting an engine u already know.