My 60’ Apache has a 235 and 3 speed manual installed. I want to switch to a V8 small block, but research into this has only confused me.
For some reason, I can’t find any source for motor mounts. The places I’ve checked carry mounts for all years EXCEPT 60-62. Did the V8 come with the front horseshoe mount (impossible to find), or does somebody out there make perches and side mounts?
If I stay with the manual transmission, does this mean I need a V8 bellhousing that mounts to the frame, as well has having the clutch fork (hydraulic) on the passenger side? All the V8 bellhousings I’ve seen have the clutch fork on the driver side and no mounts (meaning a rear crossmember is required).
And finally, since the V8 is shorter than the six, the engine must mount in the right spot to make sure the driveshaft length doesn't have to change.
I’m hoping somebody has done this same swap and can clear up some of this mystery for me.
- Phil
