you either have to jack the engine up high enough or the easiest way is to remove the engine.
It will bolt in the same as any big block Chev
Yes, a 454 big block can fit into a 1969 Chevelle with some modifications. The engine bay of the Chevelle is spacious enough to accommodate the larger engine, but you may need to upgrade the motor mounts and possibly the transmission to ensure proper fitment and alignment. Additionally, consider the cooling system and exhaust modifications for optimal performance. Overall, it's a popular swap among car enthusiasts.
If it's a mailbu, It could have been a stright 6 cylinder or a 307 V8 or a 350 V8 If it's a SS ( super sport ) It could have a 396 big block or a 454 big block, maybe even a 427 big block depending on what type of SS it was.
a huge moter that they put in race car like the chevelle
3,600 lbs. or a little more.
it was a big block 454
5 qts with a new filter.
What is the biggest big block these days? A 572 maybe? They have huge engine compartments, so you can fit pretty much ANY big block in there.
Yep! It will bolt right in. The Chevelle was designed to handle the big block from day one. Externally, the 572 is virtually the same as a 396, it just has a slightly taller deck height because it is based on the 427 truck block. It will be a little taller and wider than a 396, but it will still bolt right in.
the big block will bolt right to the small block motor mounts but they do make big block motor mounts that you can buy and install on the 66, it lets the engine sit a little lower and further to the drivers side.
Yep! It will bolt right in. The Chevelle was designed to handle the big block from day one. Externally, the 572 is virtually the same as a 396, it just has a slightly taller deck height because it is based on the 427 truck block. It will be a little taller and wider than a 396, but it will still bolt right in.
The 70 LS6 Chevelle with the 454 big block was rated at 450 horse power but at the dragstrip, with only mods to prevent body tweaking, it put out closer to 480 HP.