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Bummed that it has been ten years and my 68 is not finished.

Shortened the studs for the windage tray so I think the pan will be fine now.
Valve cover is still a challenge.
Hate to order and return what "Should" fit but may not.
 
Shortened the studs for the windage tray so I think the pan will be fine now.
Valve cover is still a challenge.
Hate to order and return what "Should" fit but may not.
I'm sure you already know this but Summit is really great about returning things for about any reason you can think of, I'd give them a call, tell them the issue and let them see what would work and that doesn't mean you have to buy it but it'll give you an idea of what to look for, just my opinion and what I'd do in your shoes :)
 
Oil pan is now good.
Setting up the valves now.
Had an idea, if I must I can use a set of cheap tin covers and modify them.
Not sure how well cast aluminum welds, poorly I expect.
I did find some two-piece available in black that MAY work.
The polished version is no longer available, unless I do it myself.
 
Futzed around for a couple hours trying to engineer a trick 58-2 timing wheel mount.
I can do it, but what a PITA.
So, back to KISS and just get it done.
Since no one sells the size I want I will have it custom made.
Good CAD practice to draw it up.
 
Futzed around for a couple hours trying to engineer a trick 58-2 timing wheel mount.
I can do it, but what a PITA.
So, back to KISS and just get it done.
Since no one sells the size I want I will have it custom made.
Good CAD practice to draw it up.
If the tin covers aren’t too valuable I’d mod them to clear and not leak then you can at least run the engine till you find something that looks good
 
A fella on OCS was having about the same issue needing more room towards intake side because VC was hitting Jesell rocker at PR side so these Tall VC’s cured the issue
 

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I really need my El Camino as a DD.
It's to the point I am considering giving up my plans to make it the ultimate and just stick it back together. :poop:
Everything has gotten so stupid expensive and I really feel like I am out of time.
So if I do wimp out the question becomes what to do for the transmission.
DD really means a slushbox again, and I will want OD for mileage.
So what fits and is reliable without having an electronics nightmare?
NOT drag racing so no need to be built for that.
 
I agree with Kevin. A cheap OD Trans I would pick is the 200R4. it has a better 1st to 2nd gear. Also 200R4 has a slightly lower 4th. of 0.67. Compared to the 700R4 at 0.70.

When comparing a 3 spd auto or 4 spd manual with 1.00 to the 200r4 0.67:

75mph, 1.00 gear, = 3700rpm
75mph, 0.67 gear, = 2500rpm

Still looking at $2200 to $4500 pending the shop and converter used.
 
If he's putting it behind his 327, a 700r4 has a better first gear.

Gear200R4 Ratio700R4 Ratio
1st Gear2.74:13.06:1
2nd Gear1.57:11.63:1
3rd Gear1.00:11.00:1
4th Gear0.67:10.70:1
 
Here is a list of manual trans cars in your area for $3000 or less.
Looks like some pretty good deals. A Honda or Toyota with less than 150k miles could last you a long time.
And the ac might work !


 
I don't remember the manual he currently has. But id also suggest looking at the dimensions if trying to save as much money. Remember the driveshaft will have to be shortened. I had one recently shortened and cost $375 for cut, weld and balanced.

I do miss the manuals though. Several reason I got away from them but there are times I wish I had one.

The other option would be keep what you got and buy a Gear Vendor.
 
There are no old cars that get decent gas mileage. Manual trans cars are hard to sell and they made a lot of them between 2000 and 2010.
Here's one I would offer $1000 for and you'll probably get it


2008 Civic asking $2200

 
Isn't a GV around $3k? I was looking into going with a GV but found the TCI 200r4 for $800, a bit over $300 shipping from NY to Fl and $800 for a 3,600 lock up conv, under $2k but I got a little overboard with a $650 alum DS rated for 1,200hp lol
 
Friend bought a Buick station wagon with a bad engine but good 200r4 trans for $500 put the trans & conv in his 72 Chevy truck then scraped the wagon and got a little $ back, maybe look for something like that? Plus he got TV cable and brackets
 
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