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FiveO650
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I have a 1970 chevy Nova the thing is its a 6cyl,
would it be hard to swap an 8 cyl?
Do i need to change suspension?
Real axle? i dunno some help will be grateful thanks
Danny
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chosen1
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i have photos of a 1970 nova with a 250 six and a 150 shot that went 15 flat at 94 mph.
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1967 Fastback. Should go 10's -but doesn't
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BlackNGold
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I doubt it would be that hard to swap a V8 in there, especially when they came factory with them...
I'm guessing, you're probably going to need a set of V8 springs up front...As far as the axle goes, what does a 6 cylinder come with, a 10-bolt?...
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Posts: 5132 | From: Bay Area, CA | Registered: Dec 2001
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FiveO650
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anything else i should know before doing the swap?
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Blue Oval
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if i remember correct u need new steering linkage,the v8 springs and new motor mounts and feul lines.i think thats what u need
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Blue Oval
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and the crossmember mounts, i beleive u only need to upgrade the fuel line if u plan on making a lot of horsepower.
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FiveO650
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thanks i appreciate the help
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