The later generation engines use side configured engine mounts and not the front mounts used by your 53'. However conversion mounts are readily available. I do believe that the tranny can be used if your bellhousing will work on the later engine, I'm not sure but others else can tell you that. It would make a nice swap as those are good engines.


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