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Old 04-07-2015, 10:24 AM   #38
JamieGallien
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Re: Family Project 65 C10 SWB "Old Blue"

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Originally Posted by 1963c-10 View Post
Nice progress. To answer the question on the original engine towers....the same towers were used on the 63-66 engines for the straight 6 as the v8. The only difference is the straight 6 used a clam shell attachment as well. I'm unsure as to mounting the 5.3 though. My experience is with straight 6 and big block engines.
Thanks and thanks for the info. I'm going to try welding in the 5.3 mounts right where I want them. If that doesn't work I go the adapter route and order a set of plates to reuse the old mounts.
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1972 Chevy C10 LWB Fleet
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