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Wow! These trucks are so far out of my league that I don't know where to start. I have a '66 Chevy C10 SWB pickup that I just want to replace the engine in. It currently has the 250 six cylinder and I want to put a V8 in it. I am not a mechanic and I don't even know where to start ( such as what motor will fit without rebuilding the whole truck ). This truck will be just for everyday driving, not a showpiece. I guess I just want suggestions or comments from someone who has been there before and knows what all I am going to encounter. I have owned the truck for 38 years and it is in very good condition, just needs a new motor. Any help that you may provide will be greatly appreciated.

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For V8 options, 66 came stock with a 283 or 327, so any small block chevy will easily fit (and all accessories, etc are easily available) - so, 283, 327, 307, 305, 350. Easiest is a 350 since they practically grow on trees, but a 283/327 of somewhere mid-60's vintage is a cool addition. If you're not up for a rebuild yourself of the junkyard small block, a crate engine is probably right up your alley. In addition to the above stock cubes, crate motors are generally found in a 350 or 355 (bored 350) or 383 (bored/stroked 350). If you go crate, 383 is a vrery good option. Recommend a head to toe (carb to pan) running engine since you you won't have the add-ons (water pump, distrib, manifold, carb, etc etc) to swap from you 6 cyl. You may still need to do a little shopping (or a large swap meet usually has refurbished ones) for some a/c, alternator, and power steering pump brackets (if you're running any of the upgrades like ps/a/c, etc). You will need V8 motor mounts, and they should bolt right into your frame and onto about any small block. Personally, I'd swap the tranny out too - if you're looking for a driving machine - the powerslide auto or stock 3/4-speeds leave a little to be desired in my opinion. Remember, you've always got the forum to ask the stumpers you run into - guaranteed someone on here has an answer. No guarantee it's the RIGHT answer, but, you get the idea... Only way to learn is to dive in. Sounds like a blast, good luck!

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And welcome to the forum!

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Hey thanks for the information. That is exactly what I was looking for. One other question (for now anyway). If I choose to go with the 350 engine which seems to make the most sense, do I need to get a wiring harness for that engine since it will probably be totally different from the exixting 6 cylinder.

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Frizzle Fry
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...91#post4783691
http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y23...N0663Large.jpg

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67' - 70' Stepside Rear Bumper
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1310844373
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1310844663
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1310844894

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Here are a couple more pictures of the same truck, before the grille/headlight changes, and addition of the hood ornament. Reminds me of some of the earliest model kits I built as a kid.

http://img836.imageshack.us/img836/5793/modelkit01.jpg

http://img683.imageshack.us/img683/3659/modelkit02.jpg

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2" Chopped '62
http://chaoticustoms.com/content/vie...t.cfm?GalID=44
http://chaoticustoms.com/pictures/ga...0_(Custom).JPG

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'60-'66 Body On A '73-'87 Frame
Captainfab
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=481023

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1314071015

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The PT truck is just sick...
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Saw this on a 64 at Billetproof California today. It's subtle and it's more practical than attractive, though I think it looks good.

Check out the screening below the cowl.

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Maybe painted an accent color, or matching the body paint would be better. It doesn't look bad, but could possibly be better. Any pictures of the whole truck?

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Thought you would never ask.

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A few more.

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:eek: ^How Clean is That!

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That is one of the most amazingly detailed trucks I've ever seen.

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WOW, that is a beautiful truck!!!

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http://image.customclassictrucks.com...m_tailgate.jpg
http://www.customclassictrucks.com/e...w/viewall.html

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A wild '55 Chevy Kustom at the Long Beach Motorama 2011
Not a 60-66........ But you get the idea on the customized bed!;)
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...48#post5038048
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1322468479
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1322468713
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1322468713
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1322469038
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1322469038

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Filling the seams along bedsides and hood. I did this to mine -I think it looks alot smoother/ cleaner. Also filled in the turn signal holes and stake pockets.

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Altered Stepside Bed and Tilt/Dump Bed
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1305235070
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...0&d=1319769101
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

Impala bumper '62:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1326261063
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1326261063
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=502690

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Hay is not that blue truck the same one that they are building in Custom Classic Trucks?