Also why aren't the solid mounts I have pictured the right ones? Not trying to argue but I specifically ordered them for a 68 camaro with a 396.

Pull a head and measure the cylinder diameter. And you can pull the pan and get the casting number off the crank. But a simple thing to check is a 366 was a tall deck block. If the water pump is about 1/2" from the deck then it's either a 366 or a tall deck 427. I will have to look at it when ...

John_Heard wrote:Yeah you need to find the stock lower mounts for that, the ones you have aren't the right ones.

Don't bet on the #'s on the block, check the bore and stroke.

I am confused on your check the bore and stroke? How do I do that?

So should I look for another 454? If not would a 355 small block do ok?

364779 on the back of block which comes back as a 366? Kinda pissed guy said it was 454 when I night it.

Got the front clip pulled off today and pulled motor back out. I bought some solid lower mounts from summit and plan on getting them in the next day or so. http://i1005.photobucket.com/albums/af171/punisher66j/Mobile%20Uploads/NCM_0175_zps8a206bd7.jpg http://i1005.photobucket.com/albums/af171/punish...

Hitch is right. 781 heads work ok. That's what I run and my gar has been 6.70 on them with junk slicks, and I only have a .060 over 427 (439). A roll cage has been mentioned, I do believe a roll-bar is required at 7.30. A driveshaft safety loop is required is you run slicks. A helmet if you run fas...

Here is what I have but this is a newer version. It's Snell M2010 approved and at a good price. I bought mine from this place and had it in two days. http://www.helmetcity.com/page/HC/PROD/hjc-cl17-black Those engine mounts should work fine. One thing to remember, make sure you put the mounts in th...

Also was going to say that I am doing this on a tight budget and also want to be safe so I can live on to pass the torch to my son when he is old enough. What kind of decently priced helmet and suit should I get ? Also are these a decent engine mount, says they are factory replacement for a 68 big b...

Sounds SWEET!!! I bet she'll throw ya back in your seat!

Test fitted the engine in the car today and was looking at the engine mounts and how close the engine is to the fire wall. How close it supposed to sit? Also I believe I am going to have to buy some frame mounts because I don't believe they are correct and somone welded them in and did a crappy job ...

Thanks for all the advice guys, I have located a set of oval port heads. They are around $500 though, is that reasonable? Is it a good idea to get alluminum or cast? There are plenty to choose from on ebay but the ones I found are on local craigslist. The class I am looking at says you don't have to...

Thanks for the welcome everyone, I am looking forward to learning alot on this site. I have a lot to learn about this chevy, not super familiar with chevy big blocks so it will be a learning experience. Its ALOT different than all those mopars I have mest with over the years. My father in law says h...

HI all just posted a thread on the BS page and most my BIO there. I am new to the sport and am in the process of building my first drag car which is a 68 camaro ss.. I am from Iowa, name is Tony 25 years old and a correctional officer by position. Love all american classics and look forward to my fi...

Hi all, I am new to the site and new to the sport. I have always been into cars since I was able to walk and have always wanted to race. I grew up going to demolition derbys with my step dad because he drove in them, and would always hit the dirt track with grandpa when I could. Grandpa was a membe...