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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Performance => Topic started by: JJSZABO on August 31, 2007, 08:48:09 am
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Hi Folks :)
It's been awhile since I last posted but been busy on the ole gal. I am installing the crate 350 when I noticed that the motor sits at a slight angle (10 degrees from horizontal) - tilting toward the rear. This is with the Th400 trans and driveshaft installed. I was always told that the carburator needs to sit level. I forgot to notice if it was like this when removed the original motor. Do I need a higher trans mount to "lift" the rear of the motor to level it out or, leave it as it is?
Any thoughts....
Thanks
Jeff
1986 C-10 short bed
Fleetside
350 crate motor (stock)
TH400 Trans
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If you just pulled the motor out and put it back in and you are using the stock stuff, the angle is correct. It should be more like 3-4 degrees though for the driveline. The intake manifold is planed level for the angle of the motor being installed.
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Thanks - That answers the question.
Removed the old 350 and installed the new crate 350 with edelbrock intake manifold (decided not to use stock intake) - no other changes.
Thanks again.
By the way, almost finished with the cab sheet metal work - will post picture when finished.
Jeff
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Jeff please do post pics of your cab when your done I can't wait to see them.
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go to http://forum.73-87chevytrucks.com/smforum/index.php?topic=5661.0 to see the latest pictures
Thanks for looking
Jeff