65 Dodge coronet 318 to 440 engine swap.

[cowboyindustries]

Gday guys, I am looking at pulling the 318 and 3 speed manual out of my 65 coronet hardtop and putting in a 440 and the A833 4 speed 28 spline which I purchased off a member of FBBO.
Any one have any tips or hints as to how to go about this swap, what do I need?
Will the original k frame work?
Engine mounts etc?
I will have to alter the driveshaft input I realise that as mine is the trunion type.
Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Schober Motorsports]

Here's an awesome source to help you out. I think 66-72 B-bodies you can swap it no problem with just changing motor mounts, however 62-65 I have been told that the K members are different. Either way... Give these guys a call, this is a great source to ask those kinda questions to. Schumacher Mounts, they make motor mounts to throw big blocks on slant 6 k frames etc... Good luck! Sounds like its gonna be a fun project.

http://www.engine-swaps.com/Pages/ProductsYear/62.65bBody.html

 

[cowboyindustries]

Thanks Schober! looks like a great starting point for me. they have custom engine mounts to fit direct to the k frame.
Will also need bellhousing to suit 440 and 4 speed if any one knows of one.
Cheers for the help

 

[moparsteve636]

You'll need the 63-65 engine brackets for a big block, The insulators are the same. And yes you'll need the 63-65 bellhousing, all the 4 spds. have the same bolt dimensions! Drive shaft measuring 52,5" c/c 68-72 HP manifolds for a b-body! With that you'll be good to go! BTW be sure the crank shaft is drilled for the pilot bushing! If is a cast crank you should balance the fly wheel and clutch assembly!

 

[cowboyindustries]

Anyone in the California area have a reasonable 440 they want to sell ??

 

[cowboyindustries]

Or even a 426 street wedge????