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05-12-2014 #1
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A few updates.
Got the 455 into the car. Getting it in gently with this bigger Oil pan was a challenge and took some finesse. I ran into a few fitment issues as expected. The FlowKooler Long Water Pump hits my electric fan setup. Going to have to find a shorter Water Pump and then re-sort my pulley/belt setup. I know Mondello has a 5" pump, but even that is cutting it somewhat close and then its 13lbs because its cast iron. Looks like 65-67 Olds V8s had pumps closer to 5" so we'll see if I can find something in that range. I have a pretty mammoth radiator & dual fan setup (pics below will show that) as I really don't want any overheating issues. Looking at maybe going with an Electric Water Pump to save space, its just a bit more cash.
The 64(?) Power Steering Pump bracket I'm running will likely not work if I get a shorter pump, its already a pain in the butt to get working with the RPM Heads and has only a few degrees of adjustability because it hits the valve covers.
Radiator & Fan setup (trans cooler also has its own smaller fan)
Slowly but surely, but some progress. The Spectre Intakes are just set there now, and don't quite fit with that PS Bracket again. My hopes is I can find one smaller bracket that I can tuck down lower and then I should have plenty of clearance for what I need.
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