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Hi All,

Needing some advice!!!!

Unfortunately, my girl requires a rebuild, she currently sounds like an overlocker sewing machine and was having issues changing out of 1st. I've spoken to my mechanic and he can not source any parts in Australia, which I knew would be an issue, but he also suggested that I put in a small block chev and gearbox as a replacement, as apparently it will be a better product and will be overall easier. I would like to keep her as original as possible, but ....... would it be better to do the swap, time and $$$ wise or is there someone who knows someone who can help me out