k-member interchange

[pioneer61]

Can anyone here tell me if a 65 Belvedere V8 K-member will interchange (without modification) on a 66 Coronet? The Coronet currently has no front suspension and i'd like to get it to roll.

 

[Darter6]

It will bolt right in.

 

[pioneer61]

oustanding. thanks for replying. i didn't want to go through all that work in this 100+ degree heat only to find out it didn't fit.

 

[Dave6T4]

Yes it will physically bolt right in, but the motor mounts were not positioned the same on the K frame. Putting a '66 K frame into a '65 will move the engine and transmission closer to the firewall, likely causing clearance issues with trans tunnel and kick down linkage. Transmission tunnel in a '66 is noticeably bigger than same in '65. This was an old S/S trick, moving weight rearward to aid transfer and traction.

 

[R/T Boy 67]

As stated, it will bolt in, but when it comes to putting an engine in, modification will be.needed.

 

[pioneer61]

appreciate the input. this is some real good info here. not concerned with an engine drop-in at this point. just need it to roll.