I'm still trying to decide whether or not to use the 327 or move to a later 350 truck engine of some type. The numbers on the 327 show it to be a 1963 factory 250 hp 4bbl engine. Not too shabby. I don't know if it makes a good truck engine or not. I know they spin up pretty well but do they have good low end torque? I just don't know how these motors are set up. But I still have a few months to figure it out.
One thing I will keep initially is the Rockwell T-case. It seems to be in good shape. It shifts easily, doesn't make any bad noises and doesn't leak (so far).
In addition to the front and rear axle swap, here are some of the parts that I've gathered for the driveline upgrades.
Later bellhousing with the larger index hole.
That's it for now. Be back soon.
Ranger Torque Splitter overdrive.
Fully rebuilt SM465 4speed.
And the 31 gallon baffled K5 blazer fuel tank. This will get an in-tank fuel for the fuel injection I'll be using. TBI most likely.
