dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 doesn't 576cu make it a 9.4litre? Certainly does, you know what they say.......go big or stay home !!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Gaz Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 That's going to be mental! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentAgro Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 That is going to be crazy!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 That's going to be mental! And its a VERY special Big Block, specially machined so the roller cams have much larger lobes and 1" dia roller lifters, the block is also machined to take needle roller bearings for the cam!!! Matt is still trying to figure where to plug his lap top in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldy Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentAgro Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 And its a VERY special Big Block, specially machined so the roller cams have much larger lobes and 1" dia roller lifters, the block is also machined to take needle roller bearings for the cam!!! Matt is still trying to figure where to plug his lap top in. *puts it in my pocket and walks out with the engine* la la laaaa. I want to be involved in this project! If you need a hand with anything, give me a pm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 love it Thought it would be up your street, surprisingly its not full of filler, it was still in california in 2009 !!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Very nice John, the 57 Bel Air is one of my favourite cars Please keep this thread up to date with plenty of pics What's the story with the car? Has it been restored before or all original? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 *puts it in my pocket and walks out with the engine* la la laaaa. I want to be involved in this project! If you need a hand with anything, give me a pm The guy helping with the engine in the states just built an NA big block 2000+ hp (race fuel), 2.3" valves and 1.5" valve lift. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldy Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Thought it would be up your street, surprisingly its not full of filler, it was still in california in 2009 !!!!!!! 100% but i could never afford to build one how it should be done,i would love a look round it,if thats ok to pop in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supra Gaz Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 And its a VERY special Big Block, specially machined so the roller cams have much larger lobes and 1" dia roller lifters, the block is also machined to take needle roller bearings for the cam!!! Matt is still trying to figure where to plug his lap top in. I can't wait to see this, it must sound like god shouting. Cool video too, what film is that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 Very nice John, the 57 Bel Air is one of my favourite cars Please keep this thread up to date with plenty of pics What's the story with the car? Has it been restored before or all original? Id love to dude, if its ok with JB and the mods I will do a project thread, it was painted etc (badly) in the US, but all original axles etc, got a 350 small block (350hp) which I will sell. I think looking at whats been done since it arrived that it has been saved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 100% but i could never afford to build one how it should be done,i would love a look round it,if thats ok to pop in Dude pop in whenever you want, your always welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 I can't wait to see this, it must sound like god shouting. Cool video too, what film is that? Tales from the Crypt, king of the Road. All 3 parts are on You Tube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 *puts it in my pocket and walks out with the engine* la la laaaa. I want to be involved in this project! If you need a hand with anything, give me a pm Your welcome down whenever the body needs unbolting from the frame etc and every bit of trim has to be removed for dipping/blasting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The-Plethora Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Anyone else think 'Christine' http://www.kiefcars.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/PlymouthFury1958-03.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Anyone else think 'Christine' http://www.kiefcars.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/PlymouthFury1958-03.jpg Yep! Love it, love it, love it Christine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bignum Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Will it work on water aswell:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentAgro Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Tales from the Crypt, king of the Road. All 3 parts are on You Tube. Ahh okay Thats why you were asking about it the other day? Yeah man i would love to help. Send me a pm and i will see if i'm free and i will drive down As payment, can i sit in a Supra? Just sit. Nothing else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 Ill take you out in the race car dude, if you really want to come help then just call and come down, i will cover your petrol costs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westcoaster Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Late '50's American cars are just automotive porn! Good luck with the build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentAgro Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 When will you be starting to strip the car down? I wouldn't want you to pay for anything. Just a trip in the car would make me happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soop Dogg Posted March 2, 2011 Share Posted March 2, 2011 Anyone else think 'Christine' Nah - 'Christine' was a Chrysler Corporation piece of rubbish! (And wasn't she a '58?) Chevy FTW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 Nah - 'Christine' was a Chrysler Corporation piece of rubbish! (And wasn't she a '58?) Chevy FTW! Plymouth Fury, technicaly 58 but the same as 57 I think. Im a chevy man thru and thru, looks like Matts RX8 is going LS2 now as well. AFR go Redneck !!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dude Posted March 2, 2011 Author Share Posted March 2, 2011 When will you be starting to strip the car down? I wouldn't want you to pay for anything. Just a trip in the car would make me happy. Pretty soon if we have helping hands !!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.