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Author:  bikeymikey [ Sat Sep 01, 2012 3:27 pm ]
Post subject:  k-members interchange
there is a k member off a 66 v8 valiant available on ebay. i'm wondering if i can use it to replace my cracked one in my /6 wagon?

thanks!
Mike
Author:  slantzilla [ Sat Sep 01, 2012 5:00 pm ]
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Yes.
Author:  SlantSixDan [ Sat Sep 01, 2012 6:39 pm ]
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All '62-'66 A-body left-hand-drive K-frames are interchangeable.
Author:  bikeymikey [ Sat Sep 01, 2012 6:54 pm ]
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Thank you gentlemen.
Author:  65 dartman [ Sun Sep 02, 2012 11:36 am ]
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There is non difference between the 6 and V8 K frames. Obviously motor mounts are different.
Author:  bikeymikey [ Sun Sep 02, 2012 10:28 pm ]
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There is non difference between the 6 and V8 K frames. Obviously motor mounts are different.
thank you.

it seems from looking at the underside that all I have to do to to perform the swap is to support the engine, disconnect the LCAs, strut rods, torsion bars and idler arm and unbolt the k-member and install the new one. am i correct or am i missing something?
the k-member i'm looking at buying comes with the torsion bars for a v8. is there any advantage to using them with the slant 6, or should I keep my originals?
Author:  SlantSixDan [ Mon Sep 03, 2012 10:49 am ]
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Go ahead and grab the torsion bars. The V8 bars are generally thicker (better) than the \6 items. Look at the numbers stamped in the ends of the bars. Stock 6-cylinder bars will be stamped 888 and 889. V8 bars are 890 and 891. Heavy-duty bars (available with any engine) are 892 and 893. Be sure to put the right bar on the right side and the left bar on the left side!
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