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Swapping 360 for 400 or 440??
I have a 77 Dodge Charger with a 360 V8 & a Torqueflight 727.
I want to swap the engine for a 400 or a 440?? I know that some Chargers were manufactored with a 400. Will a 440 fit?? What engine model year(s) will I need to use?? Will I need to change or modify transmissions??? Anyone know of a good source for used engines to rebuild in the Pacific NW??? Thanks Marty Seattle, WA> |
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You will have to get (or make) different engine mounts not sure on one of those year Chargers but i do believe they have the slide in style mounts could try a set from a 73 or 74 Charger with a 440 they outta work and as far as transmission you will have to find a BB 727 the one you have now will not bolt up you will have to lengthen the Distributor pickup leads. other than that things shouldnt be much different Id put a Bigger Radiator in it a 3 Core
and if your gonna be doing any thrashing on it at all id replace the Rearend probably has 7 1/4 rear? id upgrade to a 8 3/4 out of a earlier B-body. |
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Schumacher makes conversion kits to but in a big block. Just like Pink explained you'll need a big block transmission and your suspension will need to be upgraded to take the new load. A better cooling system and rear end is a good idea too. If you are looking for the most bang for your buck you should stick with the 360. They can be built to perform just as good as a big block and you don't have to worry about changing anything. There are several guys on this site with killer 360's and the parts availabilty is excellent.
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