Any one have a Olds 455 in the 81 TA?
10-30-2007, 04:14 PM
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I'd imagine you've made sure the engine will fit. I know I've heard of some people putting Old's 455 engines in their 2nd gen TA. So I'd try to search the web. Though I can't picture you will should you need the dimensions of an Old's engine let me know. I have a 350 (very similar in size to a big block, so I'm told) I'm putting in a street rod and my uncle has a race prepped 455 in his garage which I can get dimensions from.
11-01-2007, 08:52 AM
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FYI- they put the 403 olds in 2nd gen T/As, and the mounts and stuff should fit just fine. I believe the 403 and 455 use the same motor mounts/etc.
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That seems right now I just have to find them.
My block was dropped off at the shop the other day.
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My block was dropped off at the shop the other day.
11-01-2007, 01:11 PM
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11-06-2007, 07:30 PM
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SBOs (330, 350, 403) have shorter deck heights than BBOs (400, 425, 455). So while the 455 block will bolt right in place of a 403 (engine mounts and trans), the longer stroke of the BBOs place the heads higher, so headers will need to be different. Also, the carb will sit higher than a 403 so the shaker air cleaner will need to be modified to work w/ the stock hood. Although a "tucked" Toro intake manifold may offset that. Watch out for clearance between valve covers and brake vacuum booster as well.
11-06-2007, 08:05 PM
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its a easy swap, just finding parts. i used to have 455's in a lot of cars years ago. even a 403 in a 3'rd gen (my screen name stuck) just use a good radiator and starter, they get warm !!! good luck with 500 lbs. of torque
