Hello everyone, new member here. I
posted my intro in the Welcome section, so won't repeat all that here. I recently purchased a '36 Low Cab and am trying to plan a drive line swap so I can drive it more often, further distances, at at speeds greater than 45-50mph.
I'm in the planning stages, and looking for suggestions, ideas, and input on an engine swap. I already purchased an S-10 T5 and I have a Ford 9" rear, so please keep that in mind.
I have, and will have, many questions but I'd like to
start with motor suggestions. I have a SB 350 already, but that seems kind of boring. I'd prefer to go to a later model straight six, and am considering a 292 or a 250, but open to others. I'd rather stay away from poured babbitt motors unless they've already been converted to precision bearings. I'm not necessarily interested in getting every bit of power that I can (although I'm not opposed to it!) I just want to be able to do a sustained 65mph without pushing the engine to it's max.
My first questions are, is a 292 or a 250 a relatively easy swap in regards to engine length? I understand from my research here that some 292's have longer water pumps. Are the 250's the same? Are there any tricks, or water pump/fan changes to deal with this, or certain engines to look for?
The other issue is motor mounts. I see the 292 has staggered mounts, but not sure about the 250? My stock 207 appears to not have mounts on the side of the block, but rather crossmembers at the front and rear of the engine. I assume any engine swap would require another crossmember, or some sort of fabricated mounts that go directly to the frame. Any suggestions or input on motor mount products or ideas for this situation would be greatly appreciated.
I suppose that's enough for now as there are already many questions there. Trying to keep it on one general topic of good possible engine swap candidates.
Thanks so much in advance for your help!
