66plysat
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I have a running and very drivable '66 Satellite 318 convertible. In my dream world I will eventually restore/repair a few body issues (rusty quarters and driverside floor pan) and have it painted. Unfortunately I can't afford to do all that needs to be done at this time. I have a 440 engine that has been rebuilt and is waiting to be installed when the bodywork and paint is done. I'm getting very impatient for the engine install and am wondering if I'd be crazy to install the motor and enjoy the car with the 440 for a couple of years until I can afford to restore the car.
I'll take any feedback and thoughts on the engine swap or not, no matter how insulting they may be. Am I crazy to do it now before bodywork and paint and what are the problems that I'll encounter in the long run.
And before you tell me to post some pictures, I still can't figure out how to do it, I'm computer illiterate.
I'll take any feedback and thoughts on the engine swap or not, no matter how insulting they may be. Am I crazy to do it now before bodywork and paint and what are the problems that I'll encounter in the long run.
And before you tell me to post some pictures, I still can't figure out how to do it, I'm computer illiterate.