Originally posted by 48bigtrucks:
To have a V-8 in an AD you need to modify the steering if not change it all together...
I had to "clearance" the firewall to make room for the distributor and modify the brake pedal and rod to clear the left side exhaust...
You need a GOOD radiator not one that's half plugged from 40+ years of junk.
Thanks Scott: Can you post pics and more info on the steering mods and brake changes? I didn't think of that. He'll will also need a new brake master cylinder so that was going to be boosted anyway.
Cutting sheetmetal is no big deal. I have to replace the toeboard and floor panels at some point also so the cab will be braced for any cutting that needs done. I have over 20 yrs experience with aircraft metal banging and aluminum is much less forgiving.
The radiator looks to have been redone relatively recently. The '49 presently has a later model 235. So its also already 12V. Is there enough capacity in the Six's radiator to cool a V8? If it does I will flush and pressure check it as a matter of good maintenance practice. Or is there an aftermarket radiator to fit in that space? I need that little heater workin good in the winter up here in Minnie.
But that steering might be the bigger issue in the planning stages.
