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Author:  Daddiojoe [ Tue Dec 06, 2005 9:55 am ]
Post subject:  Slant Six in a '53 Dodge?
Sometimes I have too much time to dream. Would a slant six fit into a '53 Dodge pick-up? The engine bay looks a little narrow.

What do you think?

Joe
Author:  nate_o [ Tue Dec 06, 2005 10:31 am ]
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I know I have seen a /6 transplanted in to a 57 Dodge pickup. I imagine the are pretty close to the same size.
Author:  Daddiojoe [ Wed Dec 07, 2005 6:17 am ]
Post subject: 
Thanks, Nate.

Still dreaming,


Joe
Author:  Valianator [ Wed Dec 07, 2005 7:42 pm ]
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If I was gonna try to put a slant in an earlier pick-up, Id look for a post-61 /6 Town Wagon or Panel to rob parts from- prolly easier said than done, though! :lol:
Author:  olddaddy [ Thu Dec 08, 2005 5:33 pm ]
Post subject:  It will fit
You can install a slant/6 in a Pilothouse Dodge, it will fit. You may have to massage the passenger side inner fende, but it will go. You should be ok on the firewall, but double check it. I'm installing a slant/6 in my 50 Plymouth wagon with similar size concerns, but it can be done.
Author:  Tim Keith [ Mon Dec 12, 2005 9:08 pm ]
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Consider reversing the radiator support. Some install the longer
236-251-265 "big block" six by moving the radiator forward.

The '48-53 trucks are attractive, they have shortened wheelbase
and cross-steering for tight turning, tighter than some current
small cars. Some 4wd builders add cross-steering to late model
trucks for better trail handling. Pilot-House trucks had a lot of
innovation, they were the most advanced trucks of their era.
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