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Hey guys. My buddy just bought a 68 vette vert that was originally a big block 427 with the 4 speed tranny. Somewhere along the lines the original 427 was taken out and disappeared so there is no motor in the car. We are trying to locate another 427 hopefully from another 68 vette, but still have our options for another year 427. So far we have seen a couple on ebay, but I was curious if anyone on here had another idea of where to find one?
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Since it won't be numbers matching it won't matter what's in there......
I don't blame you for wanting a 427 though, check the clasiffieds in your area for blocks/cranks etc.... You may even want to consider opting for one of the many crank/rod/piston kits that are available. The 454 get's most of the attention, but I'm sure a quick call to Summit, Jegs, World etc can net you the parts you will need to get a short block going. If you can get your hands on a National Dragster, they have a listing for just about anyone who could supply you with engine parts. After that it's just a matter of picking out some heads. Stay away from the older heads if you have the cash....the newer cast or aluminum heads are way better than what was out when the Vette was built.
These guys at http://www.5speeds.com/muncie.htm offer anything you would need to put a Muncie back in the Vette......427 and a 4 speed in a '68 Vette.... Wow, you gonna have some fun with that!
Ken
'82ZX n/a 2+2
'02 Sportster XL1200C
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its still a vette!!
'74 260z TURBO
'86 300zx N/A (SLOW!)
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Suck. Squeez. Bang. Blow.
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Don't forget the option of a 502!
Anyway, check craiglist too?
1976 280Z
Draw-Through Turbo, 10 PSI, 4 Bbl Holley, E88, L28 (Flat), 10:1 CR, 5 Spd
1974 Corvette Stingray:
350, 400 Automatic, T-Tops, 8.5:1 CR, 78,000 Miles
1994 Acura Integra:
1.8L, 5 Spd, 189,000 and Counting!
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Chevy has a new 572 crate motor that runs well................for a Chevy.
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Thanks for the info guys. The car does still have the original 4 speed tranny with a Hurst shifter so that is a plus. I was under the impression that the numbers stamped on the engines was based on year and not necessarily the VIN, so having a 427 from another '68 would yield the numbers matching. I have looked through a few corvette forums and haven't found anything yet about locating one, but we are talking to a few people online that do have them and trying to get a decent price.
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go L28et!!
haha...just kidding...good luck
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1978 280z
5 speed
3-2-1 MSA headers
140,000 original miles
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And WHEN (not if) it starts to overheat on a long run, just pop the latch on the hood a little, as long as you're doing less than 100.
Rusty but running.
Polish cell phone and two tubes of Aluma-seal.
And, now we are historic.
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To get a 427 with tri-power - this is a pretty good deal.
You're welcome.
PS: Tell your friend to lose the Hurst shifter and go back to stock. It'll pay off in the long run.
Post Edited (Sep 20, 10:30pm)
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Thanks, we already talked to that guy and he is wanting like 15 grand for that motor. Also I thought the hurst shifter was stock?
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Here are a few pics, the car has sat in a garage like this for the last decade at least. Time to do some work!
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The motor is just one of many problems with that fright pig. No offense meant.
You and your buddy have so much work ahead of you that you might be better off buying a #3 condition car and starting from there for the amount of money you're going to have to put into that hulk.
Good luck.
And the Hurst shifter was definitely NOT stock. No Corvette that I know of ever came out of the factory with a Hurst shifter. You can't really beat the looks of the Chevy T-bar in my opinion.
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eh? We are well aware of the money that is going to be involved. IMO this is a more than acceptable condition vehicle to be restored. This isn't a car we intend to have driveable next week. I see many people on these boards with S30's in way worse condition than this and that is accepted as a good way to start a restore. Thanks for the info on the shifter, I have a lot to learn on what different options and trims came on these cars.
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Two books to start with:
Corvette Black Book by Mike Antonick
Corvette Buyers Guide by Mike Antonick
Get yourself a Corvette Assembly Manual. You can find them in catalogs.
Ahh, the catalogs. Get yourself catalogs from Zip Products, Eckler's, Mid-America Motorworks, and Corvette America. Lots of stuff to go through and they might give you some ideas on how you want to proceed.
I've seen some of those 240 shells that folks around here have said are a good restoration start. I'd have passed on most of them, but I'm too old, talentless, and toolless to tackle such a huge job.
I wish you well.
I hope you stay close to stock, but it's your project. Again, good luck.
And a Haynes Manual.
Post Edited (Sep 21, 8:00pm)
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Thanks. I do have a few assembly manuals for this model. The intention is to bring it back as close to stock as possible. My buddy's dad also owns a body shop and they have restored many older cars so hopefully that will be beneficial to the project.
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Dang, I wish I had your resources. I have a '72 454 convertible in the garage with no brakes right now.
Have fun.
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Haha sorry. I'm pretty sure this one will need brakes all around.
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Find a L-88 for it. Good old "heavy duty" engine, yeah right! LOL!
Dave
12/70 240Z, L-28, flat-tops, N-42 head, N-33 intake, MSA 10-2002 cam, ZX ignition, early 5-speed, R-180,4:11 gears, 903 Blue paint.