86 Cutlass w/ 1970 455ci ?

[SG-MALiCE]

As most of you probably know by the few threads I've posted thus far, on this excellent automotive board (thumbs up to the Admin/Mods).. I drive a 1979 Buick Park Ave, AirCraft Carrier.

I'm looking into the possibility of buying a mint (or close as can come) condition 84-86 Cutlass 2-Door. Running gear doesn't matter. Then I'm going to put in a 1970 455ci OLDS Big Block (Re-built/stock). I know that some Cutlass owners have already done this all over America, and up here in Canada with the few that are still in existence.

But my goal is to try and engage in a discussion with someone who already owns one, or knows alot about one, so that I can get some information on how to go about doing this little project. I know that the 86 Cutlass is a good round'about body style to house the 455ci. But would I have to change the rear-end/tranny, and possibly make modifications to the chasis/frame for stability/torque specs? What exactly off the top would I be getting myself into?

Obviously, money is no object.

Ideas?

[tman]

Since this pertains to the Cutlass Owners, I'll move this to the Cutlass forum, but I'll leave a redirect link in Buick for you.