First and foremost, it always amazes me how such a big car has absolutely no room to add components on the firewall inside or out. Factory AC really takes up all real estate.
For anyone that has a hankering for doing some engine work in these cars, going to Trick Flow 240 heads with Factory AC, you need to be aware of something. If you have an RB block, you will NOT have enough room to install valve covers unless you are prepared to do some work. I have a B block and to get the valve covers to fit you need to bend both Heater Core fittings up a bit, and even then they will only go on and off with the lines removed. Adjusting valves is going to be a HUGE PITA.
Work being done this winter: Heads, Sniper 2 already done but adding Hypertech distributor with Ignition control, CVF serpentine system. 46RH/Lockup transmission install with HGM controller and integration to Sniper system. New Torsion bars, new Leaf Springs. New 3.55 lSD out back. Gauges restored.
For anyone that has a hankering for doing some engine work in these cars, going to Trick Flow 240 heads with Factory AC, you need to be aware of something. If you have an RB block, you will NOT have enough room to install valve covers unless you are prepared to do some work. I have a B block and to get the valve covers to fit you need to bend both Heater Core fittings up a bit, and even then they will only go on and off with the lines removed. Adjusting valves is going to be a HUGE PITA.
Work being done this winter: Heads, Sniper 2 already done but adding Hypertech distributor with Ignition control, CVF serpentine system. 46RH/Lockup transmission install with HGM controller and integration to Sniper system. New Torsion bars, new Leaf Springs. New 3.55 lSD out back. Gauges restored.
