[Pontirag]

lthen your best bet is a 65 and later block and better stil is a 400/428/455 block, supposedly only GP and Tempest blocks had the starter mounted on the block, Cats and Bonnies were still tranny mounted(?). And of course you know to stay away from the later 400's although they can safely handle 450 HP acccording to some pulp lit.

period correct would mean offy dual quad, cast valve covers and the like

[boodlefoof]

Originally Posted by Pontirag

period correct would mean offy dual quad, cast valve covers and the like

An offy dual quad intake and a pair of Holleys came with the car (along with a stuck 350). I've been thinking that setup would look nice under there.

Originally Posted by Sirrotica

Sounds like a nice car you've thought out, good luck...............

Thanks! I took about a 5-year hiatus from car projects after me and the wife had a few kids. I needed a new project to get me excited about it again. I've always had a particular eye for the '63 Tempest and just happened to find one in decent shape locally. I'm looking forward to putting it together.

[Bob Eiler]

The few 66 389 blocks I have sonic checked all had thin walls, core shift and weaker lifter bosses. Best bet would be to look for a good 400 block.

[tom s]

all 64 and newer blocks are drilled for block mounted starters.The changeover of a 61-63 tempest is not for the weak of wallet.There is tons of info on this site.The rear suspension is way harder and expensive than the trans tunnel.Do a lot of soul searching before taking on the project.FWIW,Tom