Hi Curt and Welcome to the Stovebolt. I just came through Montgomery back at Thanksgiving. Maybe next visit a hot dog an Pespi would be in order?

You are correct. There are many options to choose from and I'm sure you'll "change things" as they come up from one way to another!
I can't answer about the BIG block but LOTS of us here on the Bolt have put V8's under the hood with all kinds of set ups.

If you would like browse through my Photobucket below and maybe you can get some idea of what you want to do.
Some guys have what they have because that is "what they had" to work with. Some guys like to go with the 5 lug wheels....some do what I did and change only the pumpkit and use the same rear housing..... and I even used the straight axle and added power steering.....and went with the Serpentine one belt system because thats "what I had".
Post in the appropiate forums and you'll get good results. Great guys, and gals, here and tons of info.


1937 Chevy Pickup
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1952 Chevy Panel
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1950 Chevy Coupe
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I'd rather walk and carry a Chevy hub cap than ride in a Ferd.
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