engine swap 352 to ?
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engine swap 352 to ?
Hello. I am new to forum. I have a 1965 pickup that I would like to pull a 5th wheel camper with and am looking to replacing the motor with something from a later model that would handle the job and get better gas milage that the 352 when not under load. Thanks Curtis. I have enjoyed reading all the questions and comments.
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The 352 is a good motor for towing, but you can swap in a slightly bigger 360 and get a lot more power. You could also swap in a 390.
What kind of shape is the truck in? is it capable of towing what you want?
What kind of shape is the truck in? is it capable of towing what you want?
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Have you considered a diesel?
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I could buy a truck to pull my 5th wheel probably cheaper than I can fix up my 65 to pull but I want to drive the 65 for a few more years. Anybody can drive a new truck or fairly new but I like the old ones. I run into a truck today that has a 460 with a bad transmission in it I can get for a couple hundred dollars. Has anyone ever put a 460 in a 65 or 66. Curtis
