Remanufactured Spool Mounts Versus Small-Big block Conversion Mounts

[Kartracer11]

I wanted to know the thoughts on using a small block to big block conversion mount versus a spool mount remanufactured kit.

I pulled 383 from my '73 charger that has a small block K frame with a cut back oil pan and spool mounts. Since I know the Mancini spool mounts are dimensioned the same as the original spool mounts that were in it, should I just go back with them; or should I go ahead and put the conversion mounts from schumacher that will allow me to eventually put a full size oil pan back in it?

Either way, I am installing a remote oil filter kit and a small oil cooler to add capacity to the system so going back with the original spool mounts won't hurt me too much.

 

[T2R9]

Go with the Schumacher mounts. Far superior to any other conversion mount out there and they will position the engine correctly. Regular BB spool mounts on a small block k-frame twist the engine so to say. Find a 971 oil pan which is correct for 73 and up BB B-bodies.

 

[GTX JOHN]

Save yourself some problems and use the Schumacher mounts.
A incorrectly placed engines will cause a lot of headaches down
the road!

 

[kramer]

Another option which is the way that I went about it is to modify the original K member to big block specs and you can use the proper stock big block spool mounts from 73 and up. This is an article from Big Block Dart, I believe you move the drivers side frame mount back 1 3/16 and move the passenger side back 13/16 worked great for me.

Make Your Own DC-K Frame

 

[Nacho-RT74]

Or get a Bb K member… all the same up to 79