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#1
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Hi, my name is Anthony. I have a 1983 Monte Carlo. It is all original. I am wanting to rebuild it. I have a 700R4 for it to get rid of the TH350. I am stuck between motors. I currently have a bare 400 SB. I have been thinking about putting a 454 in it. Is it possible to drop a 454 in it or is it to big and what modifications would I have to do?????
#2
Hello Anthony. Welcome to the forum. It is possible to put a 454 in your fourth generation Monte. It has been done many times. You will need the correct motor mounts. You will also need a heavy duty radiator to keep things cool. Changing out the transmission also may require a custom made driveshaft and if you abuse it you made need to beef up the rear end. Possibly also heavier duty front coil springs. That just about covers it.
#4
Hi Anthony & Welcome to the Monte Carlo Family..
What kind of power are you looking for ? Are you changing your original Monte into what ? A drag car ? a street/strip car ? a Highway cruiser ? Do you want power or MPG's ?
How many miles on your Monte ? Is your short block 400 in good shape or does it need work ?
How much do you expect to invest $'s in your new project ?
Please post what you want your Monte 2 `do ?
Explore the MCF & Learn/EnJoy..
Look forward to your answers...
What kind of power are you looking for ? Are you changing your original Monte into what ? A drag car ? a street/strip car ? a Highway cruiser ? Do you want power or MPG's ?
How many miles on your Monte ? Is your short block 400 in good shape or does it need work ?
How much do you expect to invest $'s in your new project ?
Please post what you want your Monte 2 `do ?
Explore the MCF & Learn/EnJoy..
Look forward to your answers...