First Generation Firebird-L Mailing List ......................................................................... Cheers for the input.
My thoughts (although prob wrong!) We got the '48 4 years ago non runner it looks quite cool rust / patina look that I want to keep, and it had had a 50's strato streak dropped in. We have had it running but not for long as a core plug is rusted out. The big ol' V* seems a bit too heavy and it had 2 broken leaf springs on the front. The idea being the original engine for the truck would be a straight 6? So the OHC would match it for weight but have a bit more HP (not sure on torque figures) and also I like the idea of popping the hood on the ol' shed and seing a trick OHC under there. Coupled with duel exhausts for a half decent sound I though it might be a good compramise? I also have the benefit of a spare engine for our 55 Starchief (sitting awaiting work!) If the OHC is too underpowered we have a Pontiac 350 sitting around looking lonely. Any more ideas / advice greatfully received. Ed -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of karl emerick Sent: 10 September 2009 18:20 To: First Generation Firebird-L Subject: Re: [FGF] Sprint 6 First Generation Firebird-L Mailing List ........................................................................ . ed, my .02. price seems right. I have a 67 conv with 4bbl OHC I'm putting back together. 67-9 birds with a 326-455 V8 are plentiful at car shows. If you really want to turn heads pop the hood on a Sprint bird. I drove mine for a few years before tearing into it (got tired of the oil leaks) and was a hoot to drive the high RPM sprint. I'm unsure how the 250ci sprint motor will perform in your 48 as they are designed for revving to 6500 rpm and am concerned with the lack of low-end torque you may require. you are moving an extra 500 pounds of truck versus the bird. transmission ratios and rear-end gearing would be critical. I would encourage additional research prior to investing the time / $. you might consider a mid 50's large-bore bowtie six (292 ?) with carb, cam and manifold mods as a bolt-in option. just a thought. karl 67 gto(s) 72 GP 67 sprint bird ----- Original Message ----- From: "Edward Gregory" <[email protected]> To: "First Generation Firebird-L" <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, September 10, 2009 12:36 PM Subject: RE: [FGF] Sprint 6 First Generation Firebird-L Mailing List ........................................................................ . It is the four barrel carb so the high compression engine. I spoke to the guy last night and done a deal for approx. $650 for The engine complete with all ancillaries and 4 speed saginaw box (good working order incl clutch, flywheel etc) Stainless steel duel exhaust system 68 Firebird rear axle with springs etc Brand new repro hood tach in box I don't think it is a bad deal? 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