Great video Otis...I'm putting a small block in mine...However, I appreciate the "old school" classic look of any installation....You answered my question about the radiator...Specifically, what type of fan are you running?
Otis, great video....You didn't mention the waterpump. I thought you said some time ago that it was a long pump. Can you tell me what bracket system you used again. I have a 454 going into my 57, and I think I have worked out the mounts, the r & p steering, fuel pump, and most other clearance issues. I haven't moved forward on the pulleys or the pump.
I also want to run AC, and it looks like you got it all figured out. ....so for my questions,
how many grooves on the pulley at the water pump,
How many grooves at the crank,
Who did you get the pulley set from and is it all inclusive (for the long pump?)
Thanks,Gil
nice video, lotsa good info. wish i woulda known the milodon pan cleared the r&p bracket(couldnt get any straight answers from the different reps i spoke with), would saved me a lot of time. i went the other way and customized the stock pan. wasted the whole summer waiting for it to get welded up, finally decided to weld it myself. so i lost the summer but on the bright side i got a ton of practice welding. not to mention the feeling of satisfaction knowing i did it all myself. great vid, thanks for sharing it.
This is an outstanding, informative video you put together Otis, thanks!! We are just about to set off in this direction on our 56. Actually just talking last night about being able to use the stock HEI. Nicely done!..Steve
Very good video Otis, wondering if you know anyone or have any info about a BBC into a 57 with standard steering? Such as oil pan clearance, header(type or make) would 3/4 inch be enough clearance? etc... Any info you may know of would be very helpful.
I'm planning out for a 502 in my 57, 454 if the budget doesnt allow for a 502 I like your "old school" pulleys also, looks like the same set-up I have in mind for the A/C & alternator.
Thanks for taking the time to shoot and share you BB install, I hope other guys will follow suit on SBC, as well as other modifications or installations they make, myself included...that way we can all benefit, we'll see what works and what dosen't... and as usual we are always learning something new...:tu
OTIS ! Please tell me I didn't see that car jacked up on three four by fours ? Answer asap, I'm still shaking from watching that video, of you under that car.
Otis, what kind of fuel pump did you use, stock, Mr. Gasket, Holley etc. I want to put one on mine.
I ran across this video some time ago and have watched it many times but had no clue it was you.
thx gk
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