>Dave K. says:
>> The distance in question is definitely the same for the Rover 3.5,
>> Buick Special, and Olds F-85. It seems very unlikely to me that it would
>> be any different for the Rover 3.9, Buick 300, Buick 340, and Buick 350.
> . . .
>
>True. We've already got someone on buick-rover-v8 stuffing a Buick 350
>crank (3.875" stroke) into a P76 block, which requires minimal clearancing
>and turning down the mains. And other lists I've read confirm that the
>various Buick cranks are interchangeable in the 300, 340, 350 v8s, so
>if the 350 fits, the others should as well.
>
>I'm curious whether the same holds in the Oldsmobile version. That is,
>does the Oldsmobile 260, 350, 401 and 454 crank also keep the same bearing
>spacing. (The 260 uses the same 3.5" bore as the 215, suggesting an
>easy swap; the 350 was offered with some very tough forged cranks--especially
>in the diesel version...)
>
>I'd also be interested in deck height/rod length comparisons, and any
>changes made in crankcase clearances.
>
> -lar
>He that shall oppose an assault only with a shield to receive the blows, or
>in any more respectful posture, without a sword in his hand, to abate the
>confidence and force of the assailant... will find such a defence serve
>only to
>draw upon himself the worse usage. - John Locke, TREATISE OF CIVIL GOVERNMENT
4/14/99
Lar,
Now there's a very interesting question indeed!!!! I have never
seen any mention of Oldsmobile interchange possibilities anywhere. I hope
we can get some interesting response to that.
Cheers,
Dave Kernberger
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