LT1 into 77 t/a

[David "the Bandit"]

I have motor mount questions. I'm wanting to put a LT1 engine, out of a 1994 caprice, into my 1977 T/A. Do I have to build my own or is there a product already out there?

[MrPbody]

David,

Most of the mounting hardware from a 2nd gen Camaro will do the job. The mounting "points" on the later small blocks are in the same place as the older ones. All the wiring and fuel line routing will need to be changed as the Chevy has the starter and fuel pump on the "wrong" side.

Did you get a screamin' deal on the small block? Or are you planning a Chevy because you've "heard" one is necessary to make the Pontiac "run"? The 350 will be a bit low on torque for the 3,800 lb. car. It is generally accepted that the 400 Pontiac is a much better powerplant for a driver in such a car. IMO, the 400P is as good or better than 350 Chevy until high-end race applications are called for, regardless of the car it's in.

Either way, let me know if I can be of further assistance. I HAVE built a Chevy or three... (:-

Jim