Gary, I assume that the '69 Camaro Engine is a 350?
My opinion is that since you don't have the original engine, you should do what is fun and makes you happy. Staying under budget is important if you want to avoid the wrath of close family members! Personally, I'd spend a few dollars on new carburetor and perhaps get a modern two plane aluminum intake manifold, all in the name of drivability. A good ignition system goes along well with this too. On the tyranny, the main thing to consider is how you are going to use the car. If you are going to see lots of highway, I'd opt for a swap to a 700R4 or other 4 speed auto. If you want classic muscle car, you could opt for a TH350 or TH400 3 speed automatic. That's my $0.02 worth! Larry -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of gm2 Sent: Tuesday, September 23, 2003 5:49 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Chevelle-list] engine swap Hi, I have a 64 Chevelle with a 283 engine (non-matching numbers, engine is a 65) and a 2 speed powerglide. My brother-in-law just sold me his 1969 Camaro engine that he had in a pick up truck (motor has only about 40 k for miles and works great) ever since he crashed his camaro. Now I just need to get it to my house. What is involved in fitting the 69 engine in the 64 Chevelle so it still looks stock? I plan on having the engine rebuilt before I put it in my 64 since it will be a winter project anyway. I want to at least replace the seals, rings, hone the cylinders, and repaint the engine. I'm not sure if I want to tackle this myself or send it out. What parts can be used from my old 283 engine and I also have a seperate '62 4 barrell intake manifold and carter carb that can be used as well. Will these fit the 69? The 64 has manual brakes and steering. I do have a 64 power steering setup that I could add and a new power booster for the brakes. Please give me your opinions on what I should do to make the swap, including the rebuild, on replacing the trans, or anything else to watch out for. I do plan on putting money in to the engine, but I don't want to go way overboard either. Thanks, Gary
